The importance of pelvic health in the perinatal period
Marianna, founder of Mpowered Fitness, is a specialist personal trainer supporting pregnant and postnatal women. In this conversation, she shares her own fitness journey - including her experience with pelvic organ prolapse - and why she’s so passionate about helping women prioritise their pelvic health before, during, and after pregnancy.
The benefits of independent midwifery and the importance of continuity of care
For many families, understanding their options within the maternity system can feel overwhelming. This episode offers a clear, balanced look at how independent midwives can provide personalised, consistent care and why that can make such a difference to your experience.
An Interview with Shellie Poulter: Doulas, The System and The Power of Biomechanics
Understanding how the body works during labour can have a powerful impact on your birth experience. This episode explores how movement, positioning, and body alignment can support a smoother, more comfortable labour - alongside complementary therapies that promote overall wellbeing.
I Got Told I Was The Worst Kind of Doula...
I got told I was the worst kind of doula… Here’s how one sold-out pregnancy retreat was an eye-opening opportunity to lean into 'my way' of doing things, and my conviction in my doula approach.
A Tale As Old As Time: Induction Turned C-Section
Ruminating on how we get there, the illusion of choice, and how people feel on the other side.
I woke up to a voicenote this morning. A close friend lamenting the birth experience of a close friend. An induction she felt she had no choice to accept, an inevitable long labour and an eventual c-section.