Have you ever seen a positive birth in a movie or TV scene? Me either! Buckle up because today I break down how the media can negatively impact our birth, and what we can do about it! In today's episode I dive into: Why TV and movies almost al

Night Weaning Q and A

11 days ago 30m 30s

The Night Weaning episode that I released a few months ago has been one of our most popular episodes ever! I have received so many DMs and questions that I thought I would dedicate a whole episode to answering them for you. There isn't much inf

The Top Up Trap - How Early Formula Supplementation Affects Breastfeeding.

18 days ago 31m 6s

In this episode of Changing Birth, I delve into the top-up trap and its impact on breastfeeding. We explore how supplementing breastfed babies with formula can inadvertently disrupt breastfeeding success and lead to challenges for new mums. I s

What is the difference between a Midwife and Doula?

25 days ago 23m 25s

In your journey of pregnancy and birth, having the right support team can make such difference to your experience. I often get asked what the difference is between a doula and a midwife - which is a very valid question! While both can provide i

The podcast is back! What we've been up to, our huge rebrand and a life update.

May 10th, 2024 30m 4s

After a little break from the podcast I am so excited to be back! I have missed chatting with you all and can't wait to be back in your ears sharing tips, research and exciting guest interviews! Today's episode is a bit of a catch up of what we

Night Weaning - A honest, unedited conversation.

Apr 9th, 2024 1h 21m

If you follow me on insta you will know that I recently night weaned my son, and I thought instead of just sharing my journey I would bring my friend and colleague Amber Gibson to chat all things night weaning as she has just done the same with

Navigating Breastfeeding and Postpartum Life After the First Six Weeks

Feb 11th, 2024 37m 10s

My new ebook Thriving Beyond the First Six Weeks - Your Guide to Navigating Breastfeeding and Postpartum Throughout the First Year is here! Over 50 pages of education, practical tips and strategies for navigating breastfeeding, sleep and emot

63. Three Mistakes I see all too often with Birth Preparation

Jan 8th, 2024 39m 23s

I know the title for today's episode might sound a bit controversial, but stay with me - the three areas that I chat about today can have a huge impact on your experience, and I really believe if you can address these three topics when preparin

62. Emotional Wellbeing in Pregnancy + Postpartum with Clinical Psychologist Dr Kaitlin Harkess

Jan 1st, 2024 55m 12s

In today's episode I chat all things emotional health and self care with the wonderful Kaitlin Harkess. Kaitlin and I first met when she completed a hypnobirthing course with me in preparation for the arrival of her first baby. Kaitlin is an ex

61. All You Need to Know About Hypnobirthing and How It Can Help You to Have an Empowering Birth

Dec 25th, 2023 30m 17s

*This month enter the code MERRYCOURSE20 at the checkout of any of my online courses and you’ll receive 20% off! And remember if you join my online Hypnobirthing course you’ll receive all of these courses for just $278! Huge value and the most

60. Navigating Christmas with a Baby

Dec 18th, 2023 19m 31s

59. How I Balance Work, Exercise, Chores and Self-Care as a Busy Mum

Dec 11th, 2023 1h 9m

58. Building your Village with Christie Smith

Dec 4th, 2023 50m 15s

In today's episode I have the pleasure of chatting with the lovely Christie Smith - a midwife and founder of Nurture and Mindful Motherhood. We've known each other for a few years but also had our babies only a few days apart - so have been on

57. Three Easy Ways to Support Your Mindset in the First Trimester

Nov 28th, 2023 19m 35s

*My brand new Preconception + First Trimester Online Course is now available? 🎉 Click here to join today!* Special launch pricing ends Dec 6th 2023. During the first trimester of pregnancy, it's essential to take care of both your physical and

56. Planning a Baby? Five Things to Do Now Before You Conceive.

Nov 21st, 2023 24m 29s

*My brand new Preconception + First Trimester Online Course is now available? 🎉 Click here to join today!*Welcome to the Changing Birth podcast! In this episode I dive into the exciting (but sometimes overwhelming!) world of trying for a baby.

55. Lara’s Birth Story - Birth Preparation, Choosing a Supportive Care Provider, and Her Journey to an Empowering Birth After Birth Trauma.

Nov 14th, 2023 57m 16s

In this week's podcast we are doing things a little differently and I am chatting with Lara Jezeph who openly shares her two birth stories. Hearing others birth stories is so powerful so I can't wait for you to listen to this ep! Lara honestl

54. The question I get asked all the time about Homebirth - But isn't it Dangerous?

Oct 31st, 2023 51m 13s

For Homebirth Awareness Week 2023 I thought I would delve into the topic of home births - and more specifically, is homebirth safe? This is a questions that I get asked all the time. In today's episode I chat about:The research around homebirth

53. Our Sleep Journey over the First 12 Months

Oct 23rd, 2023 1h 22m

Hey there! I'm so excited to share our personal experience with you today. We're going to dive into a topic that so many parents can relate to: the sleep journey. Let me tell you, it's been quite the adventure!As a mum, I know firsthand the str

Preparing your Pelvic Floor for Birth with Physiotherapist Kath Baquie

Oct 12th, 2023 25m 20s

In today's episode we're delving into an essential topic for women's health – pelvic floor health and perineal massageOur guest, Kath Baquie is a mum of 3 young girls, a physiotherapist for women, and she also has an online community, FitNest M

Meet our Midwife team - Nerissa

Sep 21st, 2023 30m 22s

In today's episode I chat with our beautiful @adelaideposnatalmidwifery Midwife Nerissa Skoumbros. Nerissa brings her vast experience as a midwife when caring for families in the postpartum period, and we receive such wonderful feedback from he

Celebrating our 50th Episode- Reflections, Top Episodes and Behind the Scenes of the Podcast

Sep 14th, 2023 38m 21s

I can hardly believe it but we are at episode number 50! What a journey it has been! Thank you to everyone who listens in - whether you've listened to every episode or just a few. Thank you for being a part of our community. To celebrate this p

How to Change Care Provider During Pregnancy

Sep 7th, 2023 25m 52s

*Remember there will be a small price increase on my hypnobirthing courses at the end of September 2023 so now is the best time to register! Click here to join my Online Hypnobirthing with Hannah Course or you can also check out my group classe

Three Ways to Prepare for a Physiological Birth

Sep 1st, 2023 18m 39s

What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

Aug 18th, 2023 24m 38s

Today's episode covers a question that I get asked all the time - what should I pack in my hospital bag? There are plenty of lists that you can find online but they are often heavily focussed on baby and postpartum items. These are absolutely i

Pregnancy and Postpartum Movement with Exercise Physiologist Erin Parish

Aug 10th, 2023 45m 12s

In today's episode I have the pleasure of interviewing with the lovely Erin Parish from EP. Exercise Physiology + Movement. If you are wondering what an Accredited Exercise Physiologist is and how they can help during your pregnancy and postpar