Mum Will Know
50 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -A weekly podcast with midwife and mum Claire Wind, as she shares her journey and research to become a well-informed mum. This weekly look into everything from conception to kids in kindy features interviews with experts, midwife insights and chats with mums like you.
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Laura Watt - Postnatal Physiotherapy
September 27, 2021 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBPelvic floor dysfunction is often seen as a normal consequence or symptom of pregnancy and postnatal life. But as women's health physio Laura Watt shares “just because it is common doesn’t mean that it is normal”. In today’s conversation Laura shares how important pelvic floor rehab is following childbirth. We talk through topics including return to exercise, scar massage for both caesarean and perineal scars, getting back into sex, how to look after your pelvic floor & signs that maybe so...
Pamela - Three Premature Babies
September 20, 2021 20:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBIn today’s episode I speak with mum of three Pamela about her experience with premature babies. She had her three sons at 35, 34 and 33 weeks which has meant she’s spent a lot of time in NICU and Special Care Nurseries. Pamela shares with us some of the hard realities that come with having premature babies – things like being separated from your newborn as they are transferred to a different hospital, initial feelings of meeting and holding your tiny newborn who fits in the palm of your hand...
Lauretta - Acuneedling
September 13, 2021 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBAcuneedling – What is it and how can it help during pregnancy, labour and postnatally? Today I chat with Lauretta of Ballarat Born about the benefits of acuneedling / acupuncture during the perinatal period. To connect with Lauretta find her social pages in the show notes
Esther's Birth Story
September 06, 2021 20:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBToday my husband Jorge and I chat about our daughter Esther’s birth. She’s nine weeks old now, and this is potentially one of the only times we have talked about the birth with each other. Esther being the second child means that this postpartum time has been busy with entertaining Rupert, our firstborn… and having had Esther in lockdown meant that we haven’t had the usual storytelling that comes when people visit (because we haven’t had anyone visit). So, today’s conversation is unrehearsed...
Hannah Alexander - Responsive Parenting
August 30, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBWhat effect does the way we parent have on our children? Is there a correlation between our parenting, discipline, teaching of our kids and their learning? In this episode Hannah Alexander explains how important the way we parent our young kids is in their development, their mental health, the way they see themselves and the world. She talks about parenting styles and in particular focusses on positive, reflective, responsive parenting. She shares practical tips on discipline and the lang...
Nicole Pates - Motor Development & Milestones
August 23, 2021 20:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBIf you’ve had a baby before, or even have nieces and nephews or friends with young kids you’ll remember that feeling of shock and astonishment at how quickly babies change. You see it physically as they change from a floppy, pink skinned, sleepy newborn to a chubby toddler. You see it as they grow interested in the world, start babbling and later talking, rolling, crawling and walking. Some months it feels like the are a different child every week and that they pick up new skills every singl...
Brooke Maree - Babywearing
August 16, 2021 20:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBBabywearing is not a new concept. In fact, carrying babies on their mothers, or other care givers chest, hip or back has been around forever. But in Western culture today, with designer prams and working mothers, babywearing isn’t seen as the norm. Today I chat with babywearing consultant Brooke about why we need to keep wearing our babies. The benefits, the challenges, FAQs and what options there are... To find out more from Brooke check out the show notes
Dr Kyla - Starting solids & fussy toddlers - Making mealtimes stress free
August 09, 2021 20:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBStarting solids, fussy toddlers… mealtimes can be really stressful with young kids. But they don’t need to be! Today I chat with Paediatric Dietician Dr Kyla about how to make mealtimes stress-free. For more episodes, links to Dr Kyla's instagram and websites and access to show notes click here
Real Breastfeeding Experiences
August 02, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBFor World Breastfeeding Week I’m chatting with two of my high school besties about their breastfeeding experiences. We cover cracked, bleeding nipples, tongue tie, the emotional toil and guilt around feeding the baby you love, and also have a few laughs over way too much boobs on show in public. If you’re after more educational, researched backed info on breastfeeding including the benefits of breastfeeding for mum and baby, or to hear from some lactation consultants talk on many topics and...
Newborn Issues Requiring Paediatric Support
March 08, 2021 19:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBYou never want your baby to be the one that needs assistance at birth, help with breathing or an admission to the special care nursery… but it does happen. In today’s episode I speak with Paediatric doctors-in-training Freya and Anne from You’re Kidding Right Podcast about some of the common issues that arise in term newborns in their first week or so of life. We cover the very first intervention required at birth – resuscitation. And then look into some of the common reasons babies are t...
Susie Prout - Breastfeeding Older Kids
March 01, 2021 19:00 - 45 minutes - 30.9 MBBreastfeeding a newborn – normal. But breastfeeding a toddler, is that normal? Yes, in fact the World Health Organisation recommends breastfeeding to 2 and beyond. So why don’t we see it and talk about it more? Today I speak with IBCLC Susie Prout about the practicalities of breastfeeding older kids. We talk about introducing solids, introducing boundaries around breastfeeding. How breastfeeding works with changes to life like returning to work, being pregnant, tandem feeding. We talk about...
Pamela Douglas - Reflux, Allergies, Sensory Stimulation & Sleep
February 22, 2021 19:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBNew parenthood is hard enough when you throw together a newborn baby, limited communication and never enough sleep… but then to receive overwhelming amounts of well-meaning but often conflicting advice, can leave even the most maternally gifted of us scrambling and losing our minds in stress. Today’s episode focusses on providing evidence-based information to help parents understand their babies more, in order to enjoy this special time with their newborns, despite the challenges that may a...
Gail Tully: Spinning Babies for an 'easier birth'
February 15, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBEager to learn how you can prepare for an easier birth? Enter Gail Tully and her Spinning Babies philosophy. Today, we talk about the baby’s role in birth, and how women can be empowered through knowledge of anatomy and physical preparation to ensure all their different body parts work in harmony to create a smoother birth experience. For the full show notes and links to Spinning Babies website and social pages, click here.
Deb Sirone: Baby Massage
February 08, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBWho doesn’t love a massage!? When you’re worked up, exhausted or stressed, having a massage can literally work wonders. So why not start massaging our kids? Other cultures have been doing this for centuries… so it’s time we caught up! Today I chat with Deb Sirone of Nurture Me Massage about baby massage. We cover the many benefits and research that supports this practice and some practical do’s and don’ts when starting to massage young bubbas. To catch links to Deb’s social pages and websi...
Monique Cormack: Nutrition when trying to conceive, pregnant and postnatally
February 01, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBSydney-based Nutritionist Monique Cormack shares practical and evidence-based advice on women’s health with particular focus on fertility and preparing to conceive, pregnancy and the often-overlooked postnatal period. To access the show notes and links to connect with Monique, head to www.mumwillknow.com
Karen McClay: Calmbirth
December 14, 2020 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBFor part 3 of my mini series on Childbirth Education options, I speak with Calmbirth director Karen McClay. Following in her father’s footsteps as a midwife and Calmbirth educator, Karen opens up how birth is not just about birthing a baby, but the birth of a mother too. She delves into the importance of acknowledging the emotional side of birth and parenting and discusses how the event of giving birth is monumental in preparing a couple to face parenthood. Karen shares exactly what to expec...
Nadine Richardson: She Births Antenatal Education Program
December 07, 2020 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBAntenatal and birth education is so important in preparing women and their partners for birth and parenthood. But the amount of options for courses can be a bit overwhelming… So today I speak with Nadine Richardson, founder of She Births, all about her scientifically verified childbirth classes. You’ll get an idea of what to expect from the She Births program as well as a look into how attitudes towards birth can impact our experience, and why birth education is so important. ALSO ALSO ALSO...
Summer Safety: Rachel Waia from Tiny Hearts Education
November 30, 2020 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBAustralia in Summer is known to be beautiful, warm and an ideal holiday destination. Although, with the sun and outdoors also comes snakes, spiders, sunburn, dangerous tides and rips, and a whole host of other potentially dangerous risks… especially when thinking about our kids! It can be somewhat overwhelming, and the idea of taking your kids to the beach or away camping might feel too much of a hassle. But, as I always rant on about, education and being prepared can set you up with the inf...
Melissa Spilsted: Hypnobirthing
November 23, 2020 19:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBAntenatal education is not only known to positively affect a woman’s birth outcome but also her perception of birth. But there are so many different options out there, from hospital classes to private classes… How do we know what is going to be best for us?! MINI SERIES! WOO! Over the next month or so I’m bringing to MWK ears a range of interviews about different antenatal education courses. This episode I speak with Hypnobirthing Australia founder Melissa Spilsted about one of Australian...
Robyn Compton: Gestational Diabetes
November 16, 2020 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBThe number of women diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes in Australia has more than doubled every year for the past decade! This increasingly common diagnosis comes with a lot of fear and often feelings of guilt. So, as always, it’s worth looking into what is going on, what in fact Gestational Diabetes is, how much control we as pregnant women have over its diagnosis and management, and what it means for our baby’s health, and our health, both during the pregnancy and in years to come. In thi...
Induction of Labour - Part 2
November 09, 2020 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBWith Induction of Labour becoming increasingly more prevalent in Australia today, it's important we understand why it is recommended and what risks come with having an induction. This episode dives deep into some of the many indications for induction today… opening up whether research fully supports those recommendations or not (hint – some of the reasons doctors may suggest you be induced actually aren’t supported by current research!) We take the risks of inductions seriously, looking at t...
Induction of Labour - Part 1
November 02, 2020 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBMore than a third of Australian women today have their labours induced. As this method of intervention becomes more and more common, it’s important that we understand exactly what an induction is, why its recommended and what the risks are that come with being induced. As I say in most of my episodes, being informed and educated well in advance will mean that if this is something that ends up being recommended or brought up at some point near the end of your pregnancy, you don’t feel complet...
Kate Visser: Breastfeeding FAQs Pt 2 - sleep, alcohol, expressing, pregnancy, tandem feeding and more...
October 26, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBBreastfeeding and sleep! Two of the biggest, most stressful parts of motherhood, so of course they overlap… Today Kate delves deep into the relationship between breastfeeding and sleep, opening up ideas like co-sleeping, breastfeeding a baby to sleep, offering a bottle overnight and more. She also shares information on breastfeeding past 1 year, the benefits, how it works with return to work, if pregnant again, and even tandem feeding. To connect with Kate head to the show notes at www.mum...
Kate Visser: Breastfeeding FAQs Pt 1 - pain, nipple damage, tongue-tie, supply issues + so much more
October 19, 2020 19:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB96% of Australian women intend to breastfeed but at 4 months of age only 39% of babies are exclusively breastfed. Clearly something is going on here. Today I speak with Lactation consultant, midwife and mum of two, Kate Visser about some of the common issues and questions that arise around breastfeeding. In part 1 of our conversation Kate delves into pain and nipple damage, tongue ties, supply issues and whether breast size impacts milk production. To catch the show notes and links to conne...
Fiona Weaver: So much changes when you become a mother...
October 12, 2020 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBWhen you transition into motherhood everything changes! Identity, relationships, even our brain develops new sensory preferences!! But why is no one preparing us for this! Why are we so busy fluffing around painting nurseries and researching which baby monitor to buy, when we really need to be preparing for this epic life change?! Today, social worker and mum of two, Fiona Weaver unpacks what happens to women as they become mothers. She is warm, personal and so encouraging you’ll feel like y...
Madeleine Murray: Menstrual Cycle Awareness
October 05, 2020 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBHow well do you know your menstrual cycle? Do you know the day you ovulate each month? Do you understand physiologically what’s going on? Did you know that the changes that come with your menstrual cycle affect more than just whether or not you make a baby each month? This episode midwife and natural fertility teacher Madeleine Murray shares how tuning in to our own menstrual cycle can act as a tool to knowing ourselves better and living life in a way that is connected to our body’s needs. M...
Hannah Alexander: Learning Pre School
September 28, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBHave you ever thought about this idea that we as parents are our children’s first teachers? And what does that mean for the time we have with our kids early on, especially before they start school? And then, when thinking about schooling… do words like Montessori and Steiner make you anxious and worried you haven’t really thought through all the options available for your child’s education? In this episode, teacher and mum of three Hannah Alexander answers these questions and more. To acce...
Hormones of Labour
September 21, 2020 20:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBClaire unpacks the incredibly complex combination of birth hormones in both mothers and babies, which if left undisturbed work together to ensure labour and birth progress smoothly. We delve into oxytocin, endorphins, adrenaline and prolactin as well as ways to support and promote their release and how to avoid inhibiting the important work they do. It’s all about learning how our bodies work so we can trust birth, be prepared and be somewhat in control of what’s to come… For the full show ...
Dr Preeya Alexander: Immunisations
September 14, 2020 20:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBHave you ever thought much about immunising yourself of your kids? Are you someone who is pro-vaccine but doesn’t actually know much more about the topic. Could you bust some of those reappearing doubts and myths that float around about vaccines being linked to autism or having harmful chemicals. As always, we need to know what’s going on… being educated so we can be confident in the decisions we make for our families. Today I chat with Dr Preeya Alexander, a Melbourne based GP and mum of t...
Chris Barnes: Birth Trauma
September 07, 2020 20:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBThis episode in honour of Birth Trauma Awareness week, Claire speaks with the Gidget Foundation's clinical team leader Chris Barnes about birth trauma. Chris talks through the many causes of birth trauma, symptoms and how trauma can effect a woman's life and relationships. Chris also shares tips on how to recover from a traumatic birth experience as well as steps to take if preparing/planning another baby. To find the links to resources Chris mentions in the episode check out the episode sh...
Environmentally Friendly Parenting
August 31, 2020 20:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MBEver had that gross sick feeling in the pit of your stomach as you go to throw out the nappy bin each day? Or felt guilty about the amount of plastic toys you have scattered throughout the house? Today I share ten tips to becoming more environmentally friendly for families with young kids. You may already be doing some of them (we all need permission to give ourselves a pat on the back) and others may be things that you can adopt and change. Every little step counts, so be inspired and make ...
Julie Borninkhof: Perinatal Mental Health
August 24, 2020 20:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBWith 1/5 women and 1/10 men experiencing perinatal anxiety or depression in Australia today, this topic is one that needs the world’s attention. Today’s interview with PANDA CEO Julie Borninkhof, covers an overview of the many vulnerabilities and challenges as well as diagnosable mental health illnesses that affect men and women during pregnancy and in the year following a baby’s birth. Julie shares tips on how to notice if your worries go beyond the norm, how to get support, and touches on ...
Hazel Keedle: VBAC
August 17, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBResearcher & midwife Hazel Keedle unpacks her latest research on women’s experiences of planning a VBAC in Australia. She shares her own VBAC experience and passionately promotes the benefits of such an experience. Hazel also shares advice for women planning a VBAC including addressing and revisiting the ‘scary stuff’ in order to emotionally prepare for your next birth. To read the full show notes and find the link to Hazel's facebook page for further research, head to www.mumwillknow.com
The Ins and Outs of Contraceptives
August 10, 2020 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBHopefully Coach Carr’s “Don't have sex because you will get pregnant and die… OK, now everybody take some rubbers” isn’t the only education you received as a teenager about contraception… Today I talk through the specifics – how contraceptives work, how effective they are and what side effects are common with each method. This episode is for everyone; if you feel happy having been on the pill since 14 years old, or if you’re trying to fall pregnant or currently pregnant – because that 6 we...
Anna Scammell: Pelvic floor, core & so much more...
August 03, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBChildbirth is an incredible process, but growing and carrying a baby around for 9 months and then pushing it out comes with its challenges and strains. Today I ask women’s health physiotherapist, Anna Scammell to share her advice on pelvic floor exercises, how to prepare for labour and birth, how to look after your body following birth and pretty much everything you can think might be related to childbirth and physiotherapy. For the full show notes and to find links to Anna's website and so...
Pregnancy Loss
July 27, 2020 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBWith between 25-50% of pregnancies ending in miscarriage it’s something that unfortunately many women will experience. Despite this frequency however, research shows that women feel isolated and lonely following pregnancy loss and many recall vivid negative social responses and poor support. Today Claire unpacks a range of different types of early pregnancy loss and then jumps into how to practically support someone through miscarriage, what to do and say and what to avoid saying… For th...
Krystal Richardson: Molar pregnancy, chemotherapy and twins
July 20, 2020 20:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBMidwife & mum Krystal Richardson shares her experience of molar pregnancy, persistent gestational trophoblastic disease, chemotherapy and finally twins. This emotional rollercoaster is raw and educational as Krystal opens up about her story from a personal and professional perspective. For full show notes and to get the links to Krystal's recommended supports click here
Labour Pain
July 13, 2020 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBOne of the biggest concerns a pregnant woman has is her impending labour. And of course it is! As women who’ve done it before share their ‘wise words of wisdom’ and traumatic birth experiences, pregnant women are bound to be caught up in fear and nerves about what their own labour and birth experience will bring. And the reality of labour is – that it’s painful. But getting your head around why pain is necessary, what in fact is going on, and what can be some ways to manage the pain will set...
Emilia Djonov: Importance of reading to children from birth
July 06, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBWhen you hear the saying “parents are their child’s first teachers” what feelings does it evoke? Pressure. Stress. Excitement. Confidence? This episode Claire talks with lecturer and researcher in early childhood literacy and learning at Macquarie University – Emilia Djonov. Hear about how building early literacy skills in our children from 0-5 years can dramatically affect their future academic achievement. Get tips on how to appropriately use technology and take note of the great list of a...
Haylee Fox: Overuse of obstetric interventions in Australia
June 29, 2020 20:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBThis week Claire talks with researcher Haylee Fox about the overuse of obstetric interventions in labour and birth in Australia today. Research suggests that this wonderful, physiological and normal event of childbirth is becoming somewhat over-medicalised through the potentially unnecessary use of obstetric interventions like caesarean section, instrumental deliveries, episiotomy, and induction of labour. Interventions that can be life-saving when used as needed, have now become overused an...
Stages of Labour
June 22, 2020 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBWhat is labour really like? How long does it go for? What do the stages of labour mean? Listen in to hear answers to these questions and get some insiders tips on what to expect for labour and childbirth. To see the full show notes, click here
Janine O'Brien: Homebirth & Private Midwifery in Australia
June 15, 2020 20:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBHomebirth is definitely one of those love it or hate it ideas in Australia today. Something that was once so normal is now seen as potentially dangerous, selfish or stupid. But is it really any of these things? The other side of the debate see homebirth as safe, empowering and beautiful. Hear midwife Janine O’Brien’s perspective through working as a privately practicing midwife and having her own homebirth. To see more of the show notes, links to Janine's socials and other episodes - click ...
Is Breast Best? Part 2
June 08, 2020 20:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBThe saying ‘breast is best’ is one that brings up a lot of controversy, emotions and debate worldwide. So, is it true? Tune in to hear part 2 of Claire’s research and experiences as a midwife, as she unpacks the benefits of breastfeeding for babies, and lets you in on some insiders’ tips to establishing good breastfeeding practices. To follow up on links to research and articles used to create today's episode, head to the show notes here
Is Breast Best? Part 1
June 01, 2020 20:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBThe saying ‘breast is best’ is one that brings up a lot of controversy, emotions and debate worldwide. So, is it true? Tune in to hear part 1 of Claire’s research and experiences as a midwife, as she discusses Why breastfeed at all? and what the benefits of breastfeeding are for mothers... For the full show notes including links to the resources used in writing this episode, check out www.mumwillknow.com
Dr Andrew Bisits: Breech Birth
May 25, 2020 20:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBBum first. Breech. It’s not the way most babies make their way into the world, but for 3-4% of babies, they end their pregnancy bottom down, and still need a way to come out... This episode Claire talks all things breech birth with Obstetrician and Medical Co-Director of Maternity at the Royal Hospital for Women, Sydney - Dr Andrew Bisits. Claire gives glimpses into her own vaginal breech birth experience whilst Dr Bisits gives statistics, explains why vaginal breech birth is so rare and g...
Nappies and the Environment
May 18, 2020 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBNappies... Are they really that bad for the environment? Join Claire on her search for the most environmentally friendly nappy option whilst being realistic about how much we can really do as mums. Be educated about how disposables, biodegradables and cloth nappies compare and have a closer look at 5 biodegradable options on the market in Australia and which comes out on top. To get the full show notes and links to resources used head to www.mumwillknow.com
Hannah Alexander: Our Year Outdoors
May 11, 2020 20:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBLooking for a magic solution to parenting? Where your kids fight less, ask to go to bed earlier, have less screen time, and are generally happier? Well, this is the episode to listen to! Claire chats with teacher and mum of three, Hannah Alexander about her family’s year outdoors, where they spent a minimum of 3 hours outside every day. Hannah beautifully shares stories from her experience as well as delving into what the research has to say. It’s captivating and will have you reflecting on ...
My Breech Birth
May 06, 2020 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBMidwife becomes mum. Listen in to Claire’s journey through miscarriage whilst working as a midwife, shift work whilst pregnant, to having her dream vaginal breech birth. Birth stories are the best, and well, in my opinion, this one pretty much tops the lot! To see the rest of the show notes and all MWK episodes, head to www.mumwillknow.com
I'm Pregnant, What Next?
May 04, 2020 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBYou find out you’re pregnant, and with that comes all the emotions. But what’s the next step? Where do you go from a positive pregnancy test. Ultrasounds, doctors appointments, vitamins… there’s a lot to consider. Do you feel lost or alone? Join Claire, midwife and mum, as she unpacks those important first few weeks and gives you all the insiders tips and what-to-expects when things are just getting started. To access this episode's show notes and view the links mentioned head to www.mumwil...
Teaser
April 15, 2020 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.24 MBSo, what’s this all about? Another birth and parenting podcast!? Yes, but also no! Find out what to expect from your new weekly ‘Mum Will Know’, meet your host Claire Wind, and get excited for episode 1 - launching in just two weeks!