The Slow Postpartum Podcast

How can we ensure a slow, nurtured postpartum experience, and what happens when unexpected challenges arise? In this episode, I talk to Nikki Wilson, a perinatal peer supporter, yoga teacher, and mum of two, who shares her journey of planning a slow postpartum period with her second child, Indi. Nikki opens up about the stark differences between her first postpartum experience, which felt rushed a...

What does it mean to truly heal from a traumatic birth experience, and how can both birthing individuals and their support networks better navigate this journey? In this episode, I welcome Carla Sargent, a home-birthing mother of three, ex-midwife, educator, author, podcast host, and the founder of Healing Birth. Carla started her business in 2015 to support and educate families dealing with birth...

Alissa’s Slow Postpartum Story Why is it crucial to plan a slow postpartum, and how can it help to transform a mother's health and wellbeing for years to come? In this episode of the Slow Postpartum Podcast, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Alissa Wilson, a postpartum maternal care specialist based in Auckland, New Zealand.  Alissa, a past yoga student and long time friend, shares h...

How can regulating the nervous system during the postpartum period transform the journey for new mothers and families? In this episode, I dive into the importance of reducing stress and promoting relaxation for new mothers and parents and how this can go a long way to creating a more positive postpartum experience with their new baby. You will also learn about the vital role of the sympathetic and...

Have you ever wondered what exactly it means to ‘live slow’ in a fast-paced world? 🌍🐌 In this episode of the Slow Postpartum podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Rachelle Glendon, a self-professed ‘slow coach’ based in Brisbane, Australia. Rachelle helps mothers transform their experience of motherhood through the lens of Slow Living. 🌿💕 During this inspiring conversation, Rachelle sha...

How can tuning into the natural rhythms of nature transform your journey through matrescence? In this episode of the Slow Postpartum Podcast, we delve into the slow living concept of seasonal living and how it can be applied to the childbirth year.  Drawing parallels between the natural seasons and the stages of conception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, I share insights on how aligning with th...

Have you ever wondered how the pelvis transforms during childbirth and what impact it has on the postpartum body?  In this episode of the Slow Postpartum podcast, we delve into the details of pelvic health and birth recovery with Lynn Schulte, a birth healing specialist and pelvic health physical therapist with over three decades of experience.   Join us as we uncover the secrets to supporting pos...

Have you ever wondered why some families sail smoothly through the postpartum period while others face overwhelming challenges?  In this episode of the Slow Postpartum Podcast, we unravel the key to a peaceful and positive postpartum by diving into the important topic of planning for the weeks following childbirth.  Join me, Jojo Hogan, your host, as we explore the transformative benefits of slow...

Ever wondered about the delicate balance of welcoming visitors into the postpartum space? In this episode of the Slow Postpartum Podcast, we dive into the intricacies, joys and challenges of having friends and family as visitors in the postpartum space. I'm Jojo Hogan, your host and founder of the Slow Postpartum movement. Join me in this episode as we unravel the dynamics of creating a sacred...

Have you ever wondered about the best things to cook for new mothers and parents in the weeks following the birth of their baby? Well, you're in for a treat as we unravel the vital importance of postpartum nutrition, cooking and recipes, combining traditional wisdom with modern nutritional science. Welcome, everyone, to another episode of the Slow Postpartum Podcast!  Today, we're diving d...

Have you ever thought about why pelvic physiotherapy is crucial for postpartum wellbeing? In this episode of the Slow Postpartum Podcast, you will find out more about the many benefits of this therapy for postpartum mothers and birthing people. Today we're joined by Victoria Caulfield, an experienced pelvic health physiotherapist from Exeter, UK. Victoria is passionate about pelvic health for...

Today I speak to Zoe, whose choices and preparations for her slow postpartum with her second baby Jack left a lasting impression on me. Zoe is a local Shiatsu practitioner/massage therapist & friend from Devon, UK. During out chat she shares her experiences of postpartum with both of her babies and reflects on her overall mothering journey through the lens of her knowledge of traditional Chine...

Welcome to the Slow Postpartum Podcast where we deep dive into the transformative journey of new motherhood, advocating for a postpartum period filled with support and nurturing care. I'm Jojo Hogan, founder of the Slow Postpartum Movement, and I'm thrilled to have you here. In our debut episode, I share the personal stories that inspired my journey in supporting new mothers. From Claire&#...