The Borne Podcast

Welcome to The Borne Podcast, a deep dive into the world of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Join Ellie Gibson, Caro Tasker and Professor Mark Johnson as they uncover real birth stories, provide expert insights from leading scientists, and engage in in-depth discussions exploring women’s reproductive health, the challenges of pregnancy, and the complexities of premature birth.We’ll be returning for a third series of The Borne Podcast very soon, but until then we wanted to bring you some of the best bits from series two, in handy bite-sized chunks. We packed so much information, so many stories, and so many experts into the six episodes, we wanted to make sure you didn’t miss anything. In this episode of Borne Bitesize, Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn discuss hiking to Everest Base Camp to raise money for The Borne Foundation. And, first, we hear from an actual premature baby! Ellie’s son, Joe. You can hear the full conversation in episode three of series two of The Borne Podcast.Borne is a medical research charity dedicated to unravelling the mysteries behind premature birth. Our mission is to unite scientists and doctors in advancing our understanding of pregnancy, identifying risks of preterm birth, and developing ground-breaking treatments to prevent it.By listening to The Borne Podcast, you're not only gaining valuable insights but also supporting our vital cause. Consider contributing to our efforts by donating to Borne today at borne.org.uk/donate. Your generosity fuels our research and brings us one step closer to answers.A heartfelt thank you to our hosts, Professor Mark Johnson, Caro Tasker, Ellie Gibson, and producer Laura Grimshaw, for their unwavering commitment and passion in bringing The Borne Podcast to life.For further information about Borne, visit borne.org.uk.Follow us on social media: X/Facebook/Insta/TikTok: @BorneCharityOur hosts:•Ellie Gibson: @itsmeelliegibson @scummymummies•Caro Tasker: @spikey•Professor Mark JohnsonRemember that support is always available. Explore the following resources for additional help and guidance:•Mental Health Support: mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/about-perinatal-mental-health-problems/•NICE Guidelines for follow-up of children born pre-term: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng72/chapter/Recommendations•NICE Guidelines for preterm pregnancy & birth: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng25•NHS Pregnancy: nhs.uk/pregnancy/•NHS Premature Birth: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/signs-of-labour/premature-labour-and-birth/•NHS NICU Guidance: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/special-care-ill-or-premature-babies/The Borne Podcast - Together, let’s shape a healthier future for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Borne Podcast, a deep dive into the world of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Join Ellie Gibson, Caro Tasker and Professor Mark Johnson as they uncover real birth stories, provide expert insights from leading scientists, and engage in in-depth discussions exploring women’s reproductive health, the challenges of pregnancy, and the complexities of premature birth.We’ll be returning for a third series of The Borne Podcast very soon, but until then we wanted to bring you some of the best bits from series two, in handy bite-sized chunks. We packed so much information, so many stories, and so many experts into the six episodes, we wanted to make sure you didn’t miss anything. In this episode of Borne Bitesize, the actor Alistair Petrie - who is a patron of The Borne Foundation – discusses the lack of funding into research of the causes, prevention, and treatments of premature birth. You can hear the full conversation in episode one of series two of The Borne Podcast.Borne is a medical research charity dedicated to unravelling the mysteries behind premature birth. Our mission is to unite scientists and doctors in advancing our understanding of pregnancy, identifying risks of preterm birth, and developing ground-breaking treatments to prevent it.By listening to The Borne Podcast, you're not only gaining valuable insights but also supporting our vital cause. Consider contributing to our efforts by donating to Borne today at borne.org.uk/donate. Your generosity fuels our research and brings us one step closer to answers.A heartfelt thank you to our hosts, Professor Mark Johnson, Caro Tasker, Ellie Gibson, and producer Laura Grimshaw, for their unwavering commitment and passion in bringing The Borne Podcast to life.For further information about Borne, visit borne.org.uk.Follow us on social media: X/Facebook/Insta/TikTok: @BorneCharityOur hosts:•Ellie Gibson: @itsmeelliegibson @scummymummies•Caro Tasker: @spikey•Professor Mark JohnsonRemember that support is always available. Explore the following resources for additional help and guidance:•Mental Health Support: mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/about-perinatal-mental-health-problems/•NICE Guidelines for follow-up of children born pre-term: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng72/chapter/Recommendations•NICE Guidelines for preterm pregnancy & birth: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng25•NHS Pregnancy: nhs.uk/pregnancy/•NHS Premature Birth: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/signs-of-labour/premature-labour-and-birth/•NHS NICU Guidance: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/special-care-ill-or-premature-babies/The Borne Podcast - Together, let’s shape a healthier future for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Borne Podcast, a deep dive into the world of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Join Ellie Gibson, Caro Tasker and Professor Mark Johnson as they uncover real birth stories, provide expert insights from leading scientists, and engage in in-depth discussions exploring women’s reproductive health, the challenges of pregnancy, and the complexities of premature birth.We’ll be returning for a third series of The Borne Podcast very soon, but until then we wanted to bring you some of the best bits from series two, in handy bite-sized chunks. We packed so much information, so many stories, and so many experts into the six episodes, we wanted to make sure you didn’t miss anything. In this episode of Borne Bitesize, Zalena Vandrewala shares her family’s story. Zalena’s son Sam was born at 24 weeks and with the incredible work of doctors in the NICU over four and a half months, Sam survived and he’s now a happy healthy five year old. You can hear the full story in episode five of series two of The Borne Podcast.Borne is a medical research charity dedicated to unravelling the mysteries behind premature birth. Our mission is to unite scientists and doctors in advancing our understanding of pregnancy, identifying risks of preterm birth, and developing ground-breaking treatments to prevent it.By listening to The Borne Podcast, you're not only gaining valuable insights but also supporting our vital cause. Consider contributing to our efforts by donating to Borne today at borne.org.uk/donate. Your generosity fuels our research and brings us one step closer to answers.A heartfelt thank you to our hosts, Professor Mark Johnson, Caro Tasker, Ellie Gibson, and producer Laura Grimshaw, for their unwavering commitment and passion in bringing The Borne Podcast to life.For further information about Borne, visit borne.org.uk.Follow us on social media: X/Facebook/Insta/TikTok: @BorneCharityOur hosts:•Ellie Gibson: @itsmeelliegibson @scummymummies•Caro Tasker: @spikey•Professor Mark JohnsonRemember that support is always available. Explore the following resources for additional help and guidance:•Mental Health Support: mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/about-perinatal-mental-health-problems/•NICE Guidelines for follow-up of children born pre-term: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng72/chapter/Recommendations•NICE Guidelines for preterm pregnancy & birth: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng25•NHS Pregnancy: nhs.uk/pregnancy/•NHS Premature Birth: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/signs-of-labour/premature-labour-and-birth/•NHS NICU Guidance: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/special-care-ill-or-premature-babies/The Borne Podcast - Together, let’s shape a healthier future for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Borne Podcast, a deep dive into the world of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Join Ellie Gibson, Caro Tasker and Professor Mark Johnson as they uncover real birth stories, provide expert insights from leading scientists, and engage in in-depth discussions exploring women’s reproductive health, the challenges of pregnancy, and the complexities of premature birth.We’ll be returning for a third series of The Borne Podcast very soon, but until then we wanted to bring you some of the best bits from series two, in handy bite-sized chunks. We packed so much information, so many stories, and so many experts into the six episodes, we wanted to make sure you didn’t miss anything. In this episode of Borne Bitesize, Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn (aka The Scummy Mummies) discuss why fundraising for Borne is so important. You can hear the full conversation in episode three of series two of The Borne Podcast.Borne is a medical research charity dedicated to unravelling the mysteries behind premature birth. Our mission is to unite scientists and doctors in advancing our understanding of pregnancy, identifying risks of preterm birth, and developing ground-breaking treatments to prevent it.By listening to The Borne Podcast, you're not only gaining valuable insights but also supporting our vital cause. Consider contributing to our efforts by donating to Borne today at borne.org.uk/donate. Your generosity fuels our research and brings us one step closer to answers.A heartfelt thank you to our hosts, Professor Mark Johnson, Caro Tasker, Ellie Gibson, and producer Laura Grimshaw, for their unwavering commitment and passion in bringing The Borne Podcast to life.For further information about Borne, visit borne.org.uk.Follow us on social media: X/Facebook/Insta/TikTok: @BorneCharityOur hosts:•Ellie Gibson: @itsmeelliegibson @scummymummies•Caro Tasker: @spikey•Professor Mark JohnsonRemember that support is always available. Explore the following resources for additional help and guidance:•Mental Health Support: mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/about-perinatal-mental-health-problems/•NICE Guidelines for follow-up of children born pre-term: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng72/chapter/Recommendations•NICE Guidelines for preterm pregnancy & birth: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng25•NHS Pregnancy: nhs.uk/pregnancy/•NHS Premature Birth: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/signs-of-labour/premature-labour-and-birth/•NHS NICU Guidance: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/special-care-ill-or-premature-babies/The Borne Podcast - Together, let’s shape a healthier future for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Borne Podcast, a deep dive into the world of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Join Ellie Gibson, Caro Tasker and Professor Mark Johnson as they uncover real birth stories, provide expert insights from leading scientists, and engage in in-depth discussions exploring women’s reproductive health, the challenges of pregnancy, and the complexities of premature birth.We’ll be returning for a third series of The Borne Podcast very soon, but until then we wanted to bring you some of the best bits from series two, in handy bite-sized chunks. We packed so much information, so many stories, and so many experts into the six episodes, we wanted to make sure you didn’t miss anything. In this episode of Borne Bitesize, the actor Alistair Petrie - who is a patron of The Borne Foundation. You can hear the full story in episode one of series two of The Borne Podcast.Borne is a medical research charity dedicated to unravelling the mysteries behind premature birth. Our mission is to unite scientists and doctors in advancing our understanding of pregnancy, identifying risks of preterm birth, and developing ground-breaking treatments to prevent it.By listening to The Borne Podcast, you're not only gaining valuable insights but also supporting our vital cause. Consider contributing to our efforts by donating to Borne today at borne.org.uk/donate. Your generosity fuels our research and brings us one step closer to answers.A heartfelt thank you to our hosts, Professor Mark Johnson, Caro Tasker, Ellie Gibson, and producer Laura Grimshaw, for their unwavering commitment and passion in bringing The Borne Podcast to life.For further information about Borne, visit borne.org.uk.Follow us on social media: X/Facebook/Insta/TikTok: @BorneCharityOur hosts:Ellie Gibson: @itsmeelliegibson @scummymummiesCaro Tasker: @spikeyProfessor Mark JohnsonRemember that support is always available. Explore the following resources for additional help and guidance:Mental Health Support: mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/about-perinatal-mental-health-problems/NICE Guidelines for follow-up of children born pre-term: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng72/chapter/RecommendationsNICE Guidelines for preterm pregnancy & birth: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng25NHS Pregnancy: nhs.uk/pregnancy/NHS Premature Birth: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/signs-of-labour/premature-labour-and-birth/NHS NICU Guidance: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/special-care-ill-or-premature-babies/The Borne Podcast - Together, let’s shape a healthier future for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Borne Podcast, a deep dive into the world of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Join Ellie Gibson, Caro Tasker and Professor Mark Johnson as they uncover real birth stories, provide expert insights from leading scientists, and engage in in-depth discussions exploring women’s reproductive health, the challenges of pregnancy, and the complexities of premature birth. In this episode, we hear from Zalena Vandrewala - a lawyer, and mum to Super Sam, who was born at 24 weeks. With the incredible work of doctors in the NICU over four and a half months, Sam survived and his amazing parents Zalena and Martin provided him with love and care and support at home and he’s now a happy healthy five year old. Zalena’s remarkable story is one of hope, resilience and love.Borne is a medical research charity dedicated to uniting scientists and doctors in advancing our understanding of pregnancy, identifying risks of preterm birth, and developing groundbreaking treatments to prevent it. By listening to The Borne Podcast, you're not only gaining valuable insights but also supporting our vital cause. Consider contributing to our efforts by donating to Borne today at borne.org.uk/donate. Your generosity fuels our research and brings us one step closer to answers. A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated hosts, Professor Mark Johnson, Caro Tasker, Ellie Gibson, and producer Laura Grimshaw, for their unwavering commitment and passion in bringing The Borne Podcast to life. For further information about Borne, visit borne.org.uk. Follow us on social media:Twitter: @BorneCharityFacebook: @BorneCharityInstagram: @BorneCharityTikTok: @BorneCharityLinkedIn: Borne Our hosts:Ellie Gibson: @itsmeelliegibson @scummymummiesCaro Tasker: @spikeyProfessor Mark Johnson Support is always available. Explore the following resources for additional help and guidance: Mental Health Support: mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/about-perinatal-mental-health-problems/NICE Guidelines for follow-up of children born pre-term: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng72/chapter/RecommendationsNICE Guidelines for preterm pregnancy & birth: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng25NHS Pregnancy: nhs.uk/pregnancy/NHS Premature Birth: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/signs-of-labour/premature-labour-and-birth/NHS NICU Guidance: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/special-care-ill-or-premature-babies/ Tune in, learn, and make a difference with The Borne Podcast. Together, let’s shape a healthier future for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Borne Podcast, a deep dive into the world of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Join Ellie Gibson, Caro Tasker and Professor Mark Johnson as they uncover real birth stories, provide expert insights from leading scientists, and engage in in-depth discussions exploring women’s reproductive health, the challenges of pregnancy, and the complexities of premature birth. This episode is a podcast mash up as the Scummy Mummies take over the Borne Podcast! Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn discuss fundraising for Borne and all the adventures they have had to raise money for The Borne Foundation, including breaking records, climbing to Everest Base Camp, running a long way, playing video games and dressing up in silly outfits. There really are lots of different ways to raise money! And we hear from Ellie's son Joseph, who was born prematurely in 2014. Borne is a medical research charity dedicated to uniting scientists and doctors in advancing our understanding of pregnancy, identifying risks of preterm birth, and developing groundbreaking treatments to prevent it. By listening to The Borne Podcast, you're not only gaining valuable insights but also supporting our vital cause. Consider contributing to our efforts by donating to Borne today at borne.org.uk/donate. Your generosity fuels our research and brings us one step closer to answers. A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated hosts, Professor Mark Johnson, Caro Tasker, Ellie Gibson, and producer Laura Grimshaw, for their unwavering commitment and passion in bringing The Borne Podcast to life. For further information about Borne, visit borne.org.uk. Follow us on social media:Twitter: @BorneCharityFacebook: @BorneCharityInstagram: @BorneCharityTikTok: @BorneCharityLinkedIn: Borne Our hosts:Ellie Gibson: @itsmeelliegibson @scummymummiesCaro Tasker: @spikeyProfessor Mark Johnson Support is always available. Explore the following resources for additional help and guidance: Mental Health Support: mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/about-perinatal-mental-health-problems/NICE Guidelines for follow-up of children born pre-term: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng72/chapter/RecommendationsNICE Guidelines for preterm pregnancy & birth: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng25NHS Pregnancy: nhs.uk/pregnancy/NHS Premature Birth: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/signs-of-labour/premature-labour-and-birth/NHS NICU Guidance: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/special-care-ill-or-premature-babies/ Tune in, learn, and make a difference with The Borne Podcast. Together, let’s shape a healthier future for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Borne Podcast, a deep dive into the world of pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Join Ellie Gibson, Caro Tasker and Professor Mark Johnson as they uncover real birth stories, provide expert insights from leading scientists, and engage in in-depth discussions exploring women’s reproductive health, the challenges of pregnancy, and the complexities of premature birth.In this episode, Ellie, Caro and Mark are joined by the brilliant actor Alistair Petrie. Alistair and his wife Lucy had twin boys, Brodie and Cal, who were born at 30 weeks. After two and a half months in the NICU, Alistair and Lucy were able to go home with two babies, who are now healthy 22-year-olds. Alistair is an active advocate for Borne to raise awareness and funds for preterm birth. Here he speaks openly and honestly about his family's experiences. This episode contains strong language.Borne is a medical research charity dedicated to uniting scientists and doctors in advancing our understanding of pregnancy, identifying risks of preterm birth, and developing groundbreaking treatments to prevent it.By listening to The Borne Podcast, you're not only gaining valuable insights but also supporting our vital cause. Consider contributing to our efforts by donating to Borne today at borne.org.uk/donate. Your generosity fuels our research and brings us one step closer to answers.A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated hosts, Professor Mark Johnson, Caro Tasker, Ellie Gibson, and producer Laura Grimshaw, for their unwavering commitment and passion in bringing The Borne Podcast to life.For further information about Borne, visit borne.org.uk. Follow us on social media:Twitter: @BorneCharityFacebook: @BorneCharityInstagram: @BorneCharityTikTok: @BorneCharityLinkedIn: BorneOur hosts:Ellie Gibson: @itsmeelliegibson @scummymummiesCaro Tasker: @spikeyProfessor Mark JohnsonSupport is always available. Explore the following resources for additional help and guidance:Mental Health Support: mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/about-perinatal-mental-health-problems/NICE Guidelines for follow-up of children born pre-term: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng72/chapter/RecommendationsNICE Guidelines for preterm pregnancy & birth: nice.org.uk/guidance/ng25NHS Pregnancy: nhs.uk/pregnancy/NHS Premature Birth: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/signs-of-labour/premature-labour-and-birth/NHS NICU Guidance: nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/special-care-ill-or-premature-babies/Tune in, learn, and make a difference with The Borne Podcast. Together, let’s shape a healthier future for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.