The Science of Motherhood

Lael Stone and Dr Marion Rose talk about their new book: Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children. We deep dive into Aware Parenting, How to bring balance back into your child's life and Where to Start when you are in the thick of parenthood.  Lael Stone is a childbirth educator, TedX speaker, Doula, Calmbirth® Practitioner, Postnatal trauma Counsellor and Aware Parenting practitioner. He...

It was recently reported that 'triangle families' are on the rise in Australia. Those families with two parents and one child, yet only children appear to still cop the flack of preconceived thoughts on behaviour, personality and how unfair it is for them to be only children. Yet the research shows that there is no difference in these factors when comparing only children to those of thei...

Today's episode is a bit of a heavy one. Dr Renee White is chatting with Dr Hazel Keedle about her 2022 publication detailing the obstetric violence experiences of women in Australia. Three key features came out of the study, the feeling of being dehumanized, violated and powerless. Listen in to hear more about how Dr Keedle devised and analysed the study and what the next steps are in her re...

Dr Renee White is 'Checking In' with the listener's on today's episode to discuss her favourite resources for transitioning your toddler or fur baby from only child to sibling, how you and your partner can manage big emotions, support the concept of a new kid on the block. Resources discussed include: The Fourth Trimester - Kimberly Ann Johnson Becoming Us - Elly Taylor  Fair P...

In Part 2 with Dr Laura Gainche, Sleep Physiology expert, takes us on a journey of what parents true expectations should be for their child's sleeping patterns. Laura walks us through case studies and provides details of her advice and recommendations for typical infant sleep issues.  Laura is a French-Chilean mom of a daughter and 2 kitties, a scientist, a holistic sleep coach, a wife in a m...

In today's episode, Dr Renee White discusses why so many women step into postpartum depleted of multiple micronutrients! Tune in to here about: - Postnatal depletion + Dr Oscar Serrallach work - What micronutrients you will need to replete your body and mind in postpartum -  Food and quick + easy recipes to stock your fridge, freezer and pantry to help sleep-deprived and busy newborn mothers....

It's our final episode for 2022, Dr Renee White shares the highlights of Fill Your Cup Postpartum Doula Village, The Science of Motherhood and what's coming in 2023.  Learn more about Dr Renee White and Fill Your Cup Postpartum Doulas: Want to be nurtured and nourished after the birth of your baby, have a peek at our doula offerings. If you want to gobble up our famous Chocolate + Goji l...

Thanks for joining Dr Micka Bertucci and Dr Renee White in another episode where they sit down and 'Chick-in' on one another. Today's discussions are around their favourite parenting books which include, The Postnatal Depletion by Dr Oscar Serrallach; The Whole Brain Child and No Drama Discipline by Dr Dan Siegel and Dr Tina Payne Bryson. Listen to the ladies talk about what they lo...

Today's episode Renee and Micka sit down with environmental medicine expert Nicole Bijlsma to discuss common factors around that household home that could be causing you and your family illness. She walks through treatment and preventative strategies and how you can make your home a safer environment.  Nicole was a former naturopath and acupuncturist with 15 years of clinical experience who c...

In the lead up to Christmas, with the warm weather on the horizon and presents flying all around the family lounge room there are two topics we should all be talking about, water safety and button batteries.  Today we chat with Kidsafe Victoria's General Manager, Jason Chambers about the dangers, what to be on the look out for and how families can be better educated on these two deadly hazard...

In today's episode Dr Micka Bertucci talks to Dr Renee White about her upcoming Mum Hotel Staycation. Why she needs one, the feelings around being away from her partner and children and the importance of Filling Your Cup First.  Learn more about Dr Renee White and Fill Your Cup Postpartum Doulas: Want to be nurtured and nourished after the birth of your baby, have a peek at our doula offering...

Dr Laura Gainche discusses with Dr Renee White how her PhD in sleep physiology empowered her for change in motherhood. After becoming a mom, she found the conflicting information about science and baby well-being to be triggering. She wanted women and mums to be informed so that they can make the right decision for their specific needs. Dr Gainche wants to make holistic sleep approaches as mainstr...

You've had a very busy day, full of meetings, project management or difficult conversations... and that's just managing a toddler at home! Before you get in the car or walk down to school to pick up your little people, what do you do in the last 10 minutes for yourself? Dr Renee White and Dr Micka Bertucci explore some ideas for grounding yourself and honouring some self-care before the...

How many times have we heard about birth trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder...but have you heard about post-traumatic growth? Dr Marion Piper walks us through the stages of this phenomenon and how Mothers can 'spiral up' after trauma.  _____________ A bit about Dr Marion: If you’re looking for practical creativity for big ideas, then Dr Marion Piper is your go-to gal. As a creativ...

Welcome to our first Check-in Tuesday Podcast Episode! How to Survive Bleed Week. Tune in to hear Dr Renee White and Dr Micka Bertucci discuss their tips for preparing for a stress-less period week. Shownotes: - Alisa Vitti - Into the Flo Learn more about Dr Renee White and Fill Your Cup Postpartum Doulas: Want to be nurtured and nourished after the birth of your baby, have a peek at our doula off...

In today's episode, Dr Renee White speaks with Dr Melanie Jackson, 'a.k.a Melanie The Midwife' about the Australian Birth System - How we got here? Where did it all go wrong? What you should know before birthing your baby? Dr Melanie Jackson is a privately practicing midwife living in the Blue Mountains NSW, she also works as a researcher at Western Sydney University, runs 'the...

In today's episode, Dr Renee White chats with our resident FYC nutritionist and expert Dr Stephanie Pirotta on the connection between what we eat and the influence on endometriosis. We deep dive into how your diet could be contributing to the chronic inflammation of endometriosis, how this happens and can lead to dysbiosis and what can women do to correct these imbalances. Learn more about Dr...

Today was Part 2 with IBCLC, Naturopath and Midwife, Joelleen Winduss Paye to discuss what to expect and how to best prepare for those Golden Hours of Breastfeeding. We explore antenatal expressing, what to expect in those first few hours, is nipple pain normal and how to best nourish your body to support your breastfeeding journey. Learn more about Dr Renee White and Fill Your Cup Postpartum Doul...

Slip your Modi Bodi's on for this episode Mamas, because you are probably going to wet your pants with laughter. P.S. Not sponsored - just bloody love those undies! Today Dr Renee White chatted with B from Core and Floor Restore about vulvas, villages and everything in between. The conversation goes on some twists and turns about birth, continuity of care - sharing from each ones experience....

Are you ready for a life-changing podcast? Dr Renee White sat down with Dr Nicole Gale, specialist GP and Lactation Consultant who practices Breastfeeding Medicine and Perinatal care for mothers and babies. Dr Gale discusses why mothers are reverting to more traditional models of care for their babies, the evolutionary mechanisms at play with the newborn breast crawl and explores the physical, men...

Dr Jessica Stokes-Parish is a practicing intensive care nurse and educator, who holds a PhD in Medicine from the University of Newcastle.  In addition to 10+ years of bedside nursing, her areas of work include exploring educational design for healthcare professionals, quality improvement science for better patient outcomes and advocating for diversity in the health workforce.  Jess has made it her...

Today Dr Renee White chats with Professor Alison McMillan, Australia's Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer regarding Influenza and the importance of vaccinations. We deep dive into the safety and efficacy for patient groups like pregnant and breastfeeding women as well as small children.   Professor (Practice) Alison McMillan PSM was appointed as the Department of Health's Chief Nursing...

Aimee O'Shea resides in Southern Tasmania and is the lead nutritionist at Little Beans Nutrition. When she's not helping mamas and papas with their own little ones nutrition and healthy eating habits she rides ambulances as a paramedic.  Aimee started her journey to become a Nutritionist prior to falling pregnant with her son, however it was becoming a Mum that sparked her passion for al...

Today Dr Renee White sat down with Monash University's Dr Briony to discuss  her research on maternal wellbeing - in particular, encouraging healthy weight, obesity prevention, and healthy lifestyle behaviours before (preconception), during (antenatal) and after pregnancy (postpartum).  Briony also has a strong interest in health behaviour change and psychosocial wellbeing (including depressi...

Renee Jennings, Registered Dietician and co-owner of Nurture the Seed, joins Dr Renee White on the podcast to discuss Gestational Diabetes. What is it? Why does it happen? and What can we do about it? They go into in-depth detail around the mechanisms at play and touch on an alternative and possibly less invasive way of testing for GD in very early stages of pregnancy. Renee is also a mother of tw...