Pregnancy with Physio Laura

To kick off this second episode in the Empowered Birth series we are discussing the ins and outs of birth plans and preferences. In this episode I chat with @midwifelauretta about: The importance of communicating your birth preferences How planning for your “best case scenario” helps to rewire the brain towards that outcome How there is no “failure” in birth The importance...

To kick off this first episode in the Empowered Birth series we are discussing the most important ingredients for a positive birth experience. In this episode I chat with @midwifelauretta about: The importance of being private, safe and unobserved in labour and birth How the “4 L’s” can pull you out of your birth bubble and why it’s important to be aware of this Why calm bi...

To kick off this third episode in the Women’s Seasons & Cycles series we are discussing the Seasons of Matrescence™. In this episode I chat with @nikkimccahon , a matrescence educator, about: The different seasons of matrescence and motherhood How winter is often the quiet, dark, restful “in-between” season Autumn is about when things are changing and we’re sheddi...

To kick off this second episode in the Women’s Seasons & Cycles series we are discussing the importance of rest, hibernation and retreating (our winter cycle). In this episode I chat with @nikkimccahon , a matrescence educator, about: The importance of rest, particularly at certain phases in our cycle The wisdom in honouring and understanding what your body needs Why being “on&rdqu...

To kick off this first episode in the Women’s Seasons & Cycles series we are discussing the importance of cycles in life and how leaning in to each season can help us reconnect to ourselves and the earth. In this episode I chat with @nikkimccahon , a matrescence educator, about: The importance of understanding cycles and seasons for women and mothers How to embrace the gifts that each cy...

To kick off this fifth, and final episode in the Let’s talk about Sex series we are discussing with Nisha Gill birth trauma and sex. In this episode Nisha and I discuss: What trauma is and why it’s less about what “happens” to us and more about how we integrate it The different ways in which you may feel trauma in your body How trauma is “not what it looks like on the...

To kick off this fourth episode in the Let’s talk about Sex series we are discussing with Nisha Gill how to navigate sex and relationships after birth.  In this episode Nisha and I discuss: Why it’s important to discuss with your partner BEFORE BIRTH what sex means to you both Thinking about what you need to feel loved and adored The different love languages and importance of comm...

To kick off this third episode in the Let’s talk about Sex series we are discussing with Nisha Gill what pleasure means and how we as women can incorporate more pleasure in our day to day life.  In this episode Nisha and I discuss: Why pleasure is our birthright and natural state of being How pleasure can at times be frowned upon or placed as “less important” in today’...

To kick off this second episode in the Let’s talk about Sex series we are discussing why sex may be painful and a variety of different strategies you can try to help. In this episode I discuss: Basic steps to recover well from birth to ensure your pelvic floor is in good shape for sex Why using lubricant (+ my favourite brands)) is a great first step to returning to sex after birth  Why...

To kick off this first episode in the Let’s talk about Sex series we are discussing how pregnancy, birth and post-partum changes may affect your sexual function.  In this episode I discuss: Ways that pregnancy may INCREASE your sexual sensations Why pregnancy may also reduce your sexual appetite  How birth affects the pelvic floor Why birth may affect your sexual function from a ph...

To kick off this fifth and final episode in the Prolapse series we are discussing the emotional rollercoaster journey that may come with a prolapse diagnosis.  In this episode I discuss: My personal experience with prolapse symptoms The thoughts and feelings that came up for me initially The common feelings that many women experience when they find out they have a prolapse Posse members shari...

To kick off this fourth episode in the Prolapse series we are discussing exercising with a prolapse In this episode I discuss: Why exercise is actually really good for a prolapse Parameters to work within to find yourself a suitable exercise program Prolapse-friendly exercises Exercises best avoided Can you return to running or weight lifting with a prolapse? If you’re pregnant and want to j...

To kick off this third episode in the Prolapse series we are discussing navigating pregnancy and childbirth with a prolapse. In this episode I discuss: The current research on birth risk factors and prolapse The questions to consider when deciding on future pregnancies and births Sharing real life Posse member stories about how they felt in future pregnancies and births If you’re pregnant an...

To kick off this second episode in the Prolapse series we are discussing the best treatment and management tools to help you with your prolapse. In this episode I discuss: How to do your pelvic floor exercises How the pelvic floor helps to support a prolapse Why exercise is good for a prolapse The best and safest ways to exercise Why managing your bowels is super important How a pessary can help y...

To kick off this first episode in the Prolapse series we are discussing all things prolapse! In this episode I discuss: What exactly a prolapse is and isn’t Why you might get a prolapse  What does a prolapse FEEL like Risk factors for prolapse Definition and grading of prolapse and why we should be “normalising” mild prolapse after birth The role of the pelvic floor in prola...

To kick off this final episode in the #MumLife series we are discussing our best pieces of advice to new mamas.  Jen Butler, a fellow mama of 3 and early parenting expert, and I discuss: What items you really need (and don’t need!) after birth Best maternity undies Mindset tips to help you through tough moments Best ways to support yourself post-partum How to work the WOW factor Getting...

To kick off this fifth episode in the #MumLife series we are discussing our best mum hacks, worst mum fails and where our expectations of motherhood did not quite match up to our reality!  Jen Butler, a fellow mama of 3 and early parenting expert, and I discuss: Our best mum hacks to make life smooth sailing Our worst Mum fails (it’ll make you feel soooo much better!) Where our expectat...

To kick off this fourth episode in the #MumLife series we are discussing blending business and babies. Jen Butler, a fellow mama of 3 and early parenting expert, and I discuss: The behind the scenes of our businesses Our maternity leave plans What boundaries we set around “work” time and “family” time Acknowledging the season of life you’re in Syncing our cycles with...

To kick off this third episode in the #MumLife series we are discussing post-partum mental health. Jen Butler, a fellow mama of 3 and early parenting expert, and I discuss: What self care looks like for both of us How self care has changed since becoming a mother Daily practices we do to fill up our cups Why clear communication and boundaries are so important to protect our energy What you can do...

To kick off this second episode in the #MumLife series we are discussing all things baby sleep! Jen Butler, a fellow mama of 3 and early parenting expert, and I discuss: How our babies are currently sleeping All the “good” and “bad” things we’ve done when it comes to baby sleep Why sleep crutches really aren’t as bad as you think Why cat-napping is biologically...

To kick off this first episode in the #MumLife series we are discussing our experience of matrescence for our third babies. Jen Butler, a fellow mama of 3 and early parenting expert, and I discuss: Our experience of matrescence 1st time round vs 3rd time round The lessons we’ve learnt along the way Why we think everyone should have a 3rd baby 😉 Why becoming a Mum was the hardest thing Jen h...

To kick off this episode I am sharing my tips on transitioning to a family of 3 children and how we’ve navigated this journey.  In this episode I discuss: What transition was the hardest How I juggle time for all of my children How I play and care for the older kids whilst breast-feeding or looking after the baby  How I kid-proof my house What activities I set up to entertain my ol...

To kick off this episode I am sharing my answers to your most asked postpartum questions. In this episode I discuss: Daily rituals to fill my cup up (hint: coffee is a big theme!) Life hacks to relieve household burden  Supps and nutrition after birth  Best things I did to prepare myself before birth  Anything that surprised me after birth  Difference in recovery between C-sect...

To kick off this fifth episode in this podcast series I am sharing what life looked like in weeks 2-6 after birth.  In this episode I discuss: Our daily rhythms  The progress in my physical recovery My new pelvic floor symptoms How I went with my women’s health physio appointment The goals I set for myself over the next few months Today’s episode is episode 5 of 7 in this ser...

To kick off this fourth episode in this podcast series I am sharing what life looked like in the first few weeks after birth and what I did to aid my recovery.  In this episode I discuss: My initial reflections of birth Our daily rhythms  The boundaries I put in place to make sure I could rest How i managed an afternoon nap every day for the first 2 weeks How my body and pelvic floor fel...