The Kick Pregnancy Podcast

Dr Pat and Brigid are back for The Kick's first episode of 2026, in this episode they help to get you informed to start trying for a pregnancy by talking all about hormones, fertility and all the different terms and buzz words you might hear. Listen to episode 26. Getting pregnant: 101 here   Listen to episode 2. How to become an ovulation ninja here   If you have a question you want ans...

In our last episode of The Kick for 2025, Brigid is joined by Neuroscientist, Science Communicator and Author Dr Sarah McKay, to talk all about baby brain, how we should reframe how we think about it and how a woman's brain changes during pregnancy. You can find Dr Sarah’s Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/drsarahmckay/ You can find Dr Sarah’s website here http://www.drsarahmcka...

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-sixth Q and A session and they are join by Senior Registrar Dr Erin Stewart, as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: • What is Ureaplasma Parvum and will it impact my pregnancy? • Vasovagals in pregnancy • Infectious diseases in pregnancy &b...

In this week's episode of The Kick, Brigid is joined by Sport & Exercise Physiotherapist A/Prof Joanne Kemp to talk about hip pain in pregnancy and postpartum. A/Prof Jo and Brigid also talk about women's health research and an exciting new reseach study called the Ballarat Women's Cohort Study. You can join the Ballarat Women's Cohort Study here You can find out more about A/Prof Jo's researc...

In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about what retained placenta is, how common they are and why a retained placenta might occur. For more information on retained placenta, listen to episode 62. What is retained placenta? HERE. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Im08Lf4RSQPhavfJKR0jC?si=XSgv_MziQai6yIIl7OumUQ Use the code ‘BABY20’ at checkout for 20% off our G...

In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid answer the question "why don't I have the same pregnancy symptoms as my friend/sister?" They discuss a range of different pregnancy symptoms and how common they are, and when women might experience them in pregnancy. If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q &am...

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-fifth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: • How does Graves' disease and fluctuating thyroid levels impact my pregnancy? • Medication in pregnancy • Subchorionic Haematomas in pregnancy • Missed miscarriages • R...

In this week's episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Dr Kavita who is a Breastfeeding Medicine Specialist, Perinatal GP, and IBCLC, about some of the common issues women may experience when they are breastfeeding, such as, mastitis, blocked milk ducts and nipple thrush. Dr Kavita also talks about the symptoms and treatment for these issues. You can listen to part 1 of Brigid’s chat with Dr...

In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about Braxton Hicks in pregnancy. Brigid also shares she birth story for her second birth. For more information on braxton hicks in pregnancy, listen to episode 71. Braxton Hicks vs Early Labour HERE. https://open.spotify.com/episode/09Jb11HgkSw3kcqaZyEpPx?si=woM36YM0SWiGlAMj6qwK_A You can listen to episode 34. What is a VBAC and is it...

TW: In this episode there is discussions about mental illness, suicidal thoughts, and domestic violence, if you feel you need support, please use any of the links at the bottom of the show notes. In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk about all the medical issues in pregnancy that you might experience that aren't related to pregnancy and what they mean for you and your pregnanc...

In this week's episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Dr Kavita who is a Breastfeeding Medicine Specialist, Perinatal GP, and IBCLC, about everything breastfeeding from how to get a good latch, to the anatomy of the breast.  You can find Dr Kavita on Instagram here @Dr. Kavita. T You can find Dr Kavita on Tiktok here @Dr. Kavita. T. You can find Dr Kavita’s website here and breastfeedin...

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-fourth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: •        Navigating Graves' Disease in pregnancy. •        What does a low-lying placenta and placental lakes mean for my pregnancy? • &nb...

Most women in the pre-pregnancy phase know to take folate supplements. Tick. They know that quitting smoking is for the best. Tick. Even stopping the glass of wine at the end of the day is on the radar. Tick. What most don’t know is that we now have the ability to look closely at our genes, genes that are incredibly common in our population, and three genes in particular – Cystic Fibro...

In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about whether women can sleep on their back in pregnancy and if it has any consequences for your baby. They also talk about syphilis testing during pregnancy and why it is done. For more information on sleeping on your back in pregnancy, listen to episode 108 of The Kick  HERE . If you have a question you want answered, please lea...

In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr pat and Brigid talk about one of our most asked questions "Should I choose private or public care for my pregnancy?" You can find the study here   If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A: LINKS Join our pregnancy and birth course Join our getting pregnancy cours...

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-third Q&A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q&A session answers the following listener questions: •        What is an antepartum haemorrhage? •        Second trimester screening vs NIPTs •        What pregnancy multiv...

In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid listen to episode 17 of The Kick and provide an update on the information in that episode that is inline with the new Gestational Diabetes Guidelines. You can find the GD guidelines for New Zealand here You can find the GD guidelines for Canada here   You can find the GD guidelines for the UK here You can find the GD guidelines for the US...

In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about genetic screening tests, when to have one and what to do if you are surprised by the results. For more information on Genetic Screening Tests, listen to episode 73 of The Kick HERE . Listen to episode 3 of The Kick HERE . If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to a...

In this week's episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Physiotherapist Belinda Matthews about incontinence and pelvic floor health from pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, postpartum and menopause. You can find Belinda on the Ballarat Women's Clinic website here https://ballaratwomensclinic.com.au/belinda-matthews If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen f...

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-second Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q & A session answers the following listener questions: •        Are fresh pressed juices safe to have in pregnancy? •        Have I had a false negative POAS pregnancy test? •     &...

In this episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Nutritionist and cookbook author Sarah Pound about cooking for cravings in pregnancy and postpartum. They also talk about cooking for young kids who are fussy eaters. Find Sarah's book Family Food here. Find Sarah on Instagram here.   Find Sarah’s website here. If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe...

In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about whether a women’s pregnancy symptoms will be the same for all her pregnancies or whether symptoms will differ for each pregnancy. For more information on pregnancy symptoms, listen to episode 108 of The Kick HERE . Listen to episode 5 of The Kick HERE . Listen to episode 22 of The Kick HERE . If you have a question you want...

In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk about whether you should circumcise your newborn, and give you all the information you need to help you make a decision. If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A. LINKS Join our pregnancy and birth course Join our getting pregnancy course   In...

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-first Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: • How do I know if I have Asherman's syndrome? • Do I need to see a private obstetrician for my high risk pregnancy? • What are the risks around a low-lying and bi-lobed placenta...

In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Physiotherapist Kath Baquie about what to do if you are diagnosed with Pelvic Girdle Pain in pregnancy. For more information on Pelvic Girdle Pain, listen to episode 45 of The Kick here . Find Kath on instagram @fitnestmama   Listen to Kath's Podcast here   Find out more about the fitnest mama programs here   If you have a qu...