Is It Normal? The Pregnancy Podcast With Jessie Ware

There must be something in the water at Is It Normal HQ! First Issy now our regular Obstetrician Jess Mcmicking is expecting!  She tells us about what it's like to be on the other side, how she has found pregnancy and how she's preparing for birth.We'd love to hear from you, our instagram is @isitnormalpodcastEmail us at [email protected]*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is all about Hyperemesis gravidarum, extreme sickness in pregnancy. I speak to Caitlin Dean, the chair of the charity Pregnancy Sickness Support, who explains why more research and awareness about this debilitating syndrome is so important, she also gives some brilliant tips and advice for people suffering with it. My friend Perdita Nouril also joins me to tell us her story of having HG in both her pregnancies. For more info visit: www.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.ukHelpline: 024 7638 2020 Pregnancy Sickness Support is the only UK charity dedicated to supporting people affected by Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy and Hyperemesis Gravidarum. We are also working to train and support Health Care Professionals across the UK and Ireland and research into the cause and treatment of the condition. Caitlin also mentioned Maternity Action - https://maternityaction.org.uk/We'd love to hear from you, our instagram is @isitnormalpodcastEmail us at [email protected]*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we hear from our regular midwife Issy Bourton who is now herself pregnant! She tells us about what it's like to be on the other side, how she has found pregnancy and how she's preparing for birth.We'd love to hear from you, our instagram is @isitnormalpodcastEmail us at [email protected]*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you REALLY need when you've given birth and can barely remember to brush your teeth let alone eat 3 meals a day? Food glorious food, and plenty of it.On this episode chef and founder of The Food Doula, Kate Longden explains what are the best foods to eat postpartum and what you can do to prepare for the all important fourth trimester.Kate is a Chef, home cooking coach and the founder of The Food Doula, a food delivery service offering edible support to those who need it most. Launched in 2018,The Food Doula has fed thousands of people in their post partum, with nourishing, delicious food to heal and satisfy.For more information visit:www.thefooddoula.co.ukIG @fooddoula Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcastEmail us at [email protected]*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lactation consultant Kathryn Stagg joins me in this episode to talk all about breastfeeding. We discuss some of the common issues you might face and she gives some helpful advice for dealing with over supply, under supply, cracked nipples and getting the right latch.Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcastEmail us at: [email protected]*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A relaxing pregnancy visualisation from yoga teacher Ann Collins Ackroyd - enjoy!Ann's website is: https://www.anncollinsackroyd-yoga.com/Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcastEmail us at: [email protected]*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Ultra Marathoner Robin Arzon talks about exercise and working out in pregnancy and postpartum.She gives us some tips for the best way to keep fit in pregnancy, explains how much you can push yourself and what exercises you can do postpartum to help with recovery.Robin Arzón is VP & Head Instructor at Peloton, Ultramarathoner, Entrepreneur, mum and best selling author of 'Shut Up And Run' and Strong Mama'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’ve made it to week 40 and you’re so close to meeting your baby. In this episode we talk about that big old wait to meet your baby – ways to relax and combat stress. I chat to obstetrician Jess McMicking about the risks of being overdue, ways to bring on labour naturally & overcoming the fear of labour itself.This is the moment you’ve been waiting for - you’ve got this!You can purchase & download the full 40 week series (which includes 24 episodes) plus early access to bonus episodes at www.isitnormalpodcast.comFollow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We focus on induction in this episode. Obstetrician Jess McMicking talks us through why induction might happens and dispels myths about it.We also talk about natural ways of inducing labour including acupuncture & reflexology with Anna Lee.Anna's website is:https://www.annaleereflexology.co.uk/You can purchase & download the full 40 week series (which includes 24 episodes) plus early access to bonus episodes at www.isitnormalpodcast.comFollow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you haven’t already, it's time to think about your birth plan & packing your hospital bag! Issy introduces her friend Sophie Hiscock to the podcast, a midwife who specialises in birth plans and informed decision making.You can purchase & download the full 40 week series (which includes 24 episodes) plus early access to bonus episodes at www.isitnormalpodcast.comFollow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Midwife Issy Bourton & I talk about the position of your baby; we discuss breech position & risks, methods for moving your baby as well as perennial massage.You can purchase & download the full 40 week series (which includes 24 episodes) plus early access to bonus episodes at www.isitnormalpodcast.comFollow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In addition to common symptoms around week 32 of pregnancy, Obstetrician Jess McMicking talks about caesarean delivery (C-Section)You can purchase & download the full 40 week series (which includes 24 episodes) plus early access to bonus episodes at www.isitnormalpodcast.comFollow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.