The Kick Pregnancy Podcast

Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their tenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: Waters breaking early and spontaneous preterm labour. When should you seek further assistance when trying to get pregnant? Vaginal births and Caesarean sections What is a triploidy miscarriage? How long should you wait befor...

Have you ever met someone whose strength and resilience left you utterly inspired? Haylea, our guest this week on The Kick, embodies that spirit as she takes us through her remarkable journey to motherhood. Bracing for childbirth, especially under the shadow of health concerns, can be a profound experience. Haylea walks us through her pre-labor decisions, managing Clexane injections, and the delib...

In this episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk all about ovulation induction. 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: https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby LINKS Join our pregnancy and birth course Join our getting pregnancy course Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast...

In this episode there is discussions about mental illness and suicidal thoughts, if you feel you need support please use any of the links at the bottom of the show notes. How will I be a mum when I can’t even control my own emotions? In this 'Let's Chat' episode, we talk with Katie about the added complexity a diagnosis, initially of depression and anxiety, then bipolar disorder, ha...

We did it! Today is our 100th episode! When we started The Kick, we never imagined the incredible community that would gather around these conversations. Every fact revealed, every story told, and every insight that you have told us you gained from The Kick makes us feel beyond excited.   A massive THANK YOU to each of you for tuning in, sharing your thoughts, and riding this wave with us. What be...

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid discuss pregnancy after 35 and why people say that it's different. 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: https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby LINKS Join our pregnancy and birth course Join our getting pregnancy course Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast Face...

This is a "Let's Chat" story that we hope EVERYONE listens to. Amy tells Dr Pat and Brigid her story of getting pregnant with a history of  endometriosis and ulcerative colitis. We talk about, in practical detail, the supports she put in place to help maintain her mental health. Then the next part of Amy's story is VITAL information for everyone. We dive into a birth complicati...

In this episode we talk about mental illness and suicide, if you feel you need support please use any of the links at the bottom of the show notes. Today Brigid talks with Clinical Psychologist, Dr Kylie McKenzie about mental health during the perinatal period. In our discussion we explore the natural emotional spectrum, from the anticipated joys to the often-unspoken anxieties and depressions tha...

Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their ninth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: Changes to your period after a miscarriage Is there anything you can do to reduce your risk of preeclampsia Is breastfeeding a good form of contraception Lifestyle impacts on male fertility Secondary infertility Healing tear...

What happens next after receiving a diagnosis of endometriosis? For some people trying for a baby, endometriosis changes very little about their fertility, pregnancy and birth. For some, like Hayley, it means a very different and sometimes difficult journey. In this 'Let's Chat' episode, we talk to Hayley about her history of endometriosis, laparoscopic surgeries, 5 pregnancies incl...

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid discuss some of our listeners facinomas, which are those strange, unusual diagnoses that you have heard about once or twice and want to know more about. Please note: The diagnoses discussed in this episode are real healthcare problems for real human beings that need help, for these people they're definitely not fascinations. If you have a question you...

In this episode of The Kick, we had the pleasure of chatting with Urologist Associate Professor Mr. Darren Katz about all things male fertility. You can find the PDF on sperm health and lifestyle factors HERE If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe and it might be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A: https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby LINKS Joi...

Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their eighth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: The reoccurrence of abnormal cord insertion in subsequent pregnancies. Why you may return a positive pregnancy test after a miscarriage and D&C procedure. How long to wait before you start trying to conceive again after...

This week on The Kick Brigid talks with accredited nutritionist Kylie Pinwill about all things menopause. Find Kylie on instagram @kyliepinwill_hormonehub Listen to Kath's Podcast Hormone Hub Find Kylie's website HERE If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe and it might be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A: https://www.speakpipe.com/g...

This week Dr Pat and Brigid discuss everything to do with the first period after birth. This episode covers: What is lochia? What is an abnormal bleed post-birth? The difference between a period and lochia. The factors that can influence your periods return. When to start looking at contraceptive options. If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for D...

This week on The Kick Dr Pat is flying solo. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: Exercise during pregnancy and when you are trying to conceive. What makes a good candidate for a VBAC? Birth options when you have prolapse. Can I have an elective caesarean in the public system? Trying to conceive after a miscarriage. Pregnancy issues and genetics. Listen to episode 34. Wha...

This week on The Kick Dr Pat and Brigid talk with physiotherapist Kath Baquie about prolapse after pregnancy and birth. Find Kath on instagram @fitnestmama Listen to Kath's Podcast Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: FitNest Mama Find out more about the fitnest mama programs HERE If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe and it might be chosen for Dr Pat to a...

This episode of The Kick is a little different from our usual pregnancy and parenting chats, We answer some personal questions so you get to know us a bit more  in celebration of the achievement of The Kick reaching 1 million downloads. Thank you to all our listeners, your support has been amazing! We hope you enjoy this ep and would love to hear your thoughts over on Instagram. If you have a ques...

This week on The Kick Dr Pat and Brigid talk with paediatrician Dr Daniel Golly about the first few weeks with your newborn. You can find Dr Golly on Instagram @drgolly You can buy Dr Golly's book HERE If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe and it might be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A: https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby LINKS Join...

This episode may be hard for some (or all) to hear. Please make sure you have your supports in place if you choose to listen.   This week Dr Pat and Brigid discuss and explain the different terms that are used to describe a miscarriage. Listen to episode 31. Ectopic pregnancy and what you need to know HERE Listen to episode 6. Bleeding in early pregnancy. What does it mean? HERE Listen to episode...

Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their sixth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: Can you ask for a different midwife during labour? Are there early signs of surgery related prolapse? Vaginal births after tearing What medication can you take when you are trying to conceive? Secondary infertility Obstetric...

This week Dr Pat and Brigid discuss everything to do with amniotic fluid and its role in  pregnancy. This episode will cover: What amniotic fluid is and why it is important. The diagnosis of too much or too little amniotic fluid. Why either of these may happen and how they are treated. How to know if your waters have broken. Amniotic fluid leaks Listen to episode 37. All about the umbilical cord H...

Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fifth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. This Q and A session answers the following listener questions: Breast growth in pregnancy Changes in pregnancy symptoms in the first trimester Illness and pregnancy Genetic testing and IVF The cascade of intervention Vaginal birth when your baby is measuring big Donor egg IVF and breast...

This week on The Kick Dr Pat and Brigid talk with Mental Health Social Worker Bridget Veld as she talks about the stressors that individuals and couples have as they journey through fertility issues and IVF. If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer: https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby LINKS Join our pregnancy and birth course Joi...

This week on The Kick Dr Pat and Brigid talk with Stef Valakas about pre-pregnancy supplements and how to get the nutrients you need in pregnancy. You can find Stef on Instagram @the_dietologist Book a consult with the dietologist here Listen to Stef's podcast here If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer: https://www.speakpi...