This week the girls chat with the gorgeous Leila from Village for Mama, who shares the wild, journey that has shaped her motherhood so far.From welcoming her first baby, to twin boys, to now being pregnant again - and then discovering at 20 weeks that she’s having twins for the second time (!!) - Leila speaks so generously about surrender, identity, intuition and the unexpected paths motherhood can take us on.It’s a warm, layered conversation about joy and shock, expansion and exhaustion, and how sometimes life writes the script for us. Instagram: @villageformamaWebsite: villageformama.comRecipe Book: Explore Leila’s beautiful postpartum recipe book here Rommer is officially back - and we are so here for it. Their beautiful, practical kids’ mealtime range is perfect for starting solids, toddlers, snacks on the go and everything in between.Growing listeners get 20% off - Use the code GROWING at checkout. Offer valid until 31st October (excludes bundles). Shop the full range at: rommer.coTune in wherever you get your podcasts and share this episode with a fellow mum who loves an honest story about the twists and turns of family life.
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E104: Beth's Having Twins! First Trimester Recap
In this candid and emotional episode of Growing, host and midwife Beth shares the incredible news - she’s pregnant with twins!From the moment she found out she was expecting again, to the surprise that unfolded at her dating ultrasound, Beth takes listeners inside her first trimester experience - the physical, emotional and mental ups and downs of twin pregnancy.You’ll hear her talk through:How it felt to discover she’s expecting againWhat happened at the dating scan (and the moment she realised there were two!)The type of twins she’s havingWhat’s been similar - and what’s been completely different - this time aroundThe emotional rollercoaster of early pregnancy, nausea, fatigue, and juggling two little ones at homeThis is an open, vulnerable conversation about the realities of early pregnancy, especially when it’s a complex or high-risk pregnancy like twins. Beth reflects on the joy and overwhelm that come with growing a family while still caring for young children.Whether you’re in your first trimester, navigating a twin pregnancy, or simply love hearing the raw side of motherhood - this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, and don’t forget to follow @growingthepodcast on Instagram for behind-the-scenes updates and upcoming episodes.
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E103: Bodywork - The Ultimate Labour Hack With Gab Lorri
This week, the girls sit down with the incredible Gabrielle from G.Lorri Labour Bodywork to chat all things pregnancy, body preparation and labour support. If you’re pregnant, planning to be, or curious about how bodywork can support birth, this episode is full of insight, warmth and practical wisdom.Together they explore:How bodywork can support labour progress and reduce tensionBreath, movement and positioning as birth preparationWhy pelvic mobility, soft tissue work and body awareness matterThe link between nervous system safety and labour outcomesHow to prepare your body gently and intentionally throughout pregnancyBeth and Lil also share their frustrations around how birth and bodywork aren’t always easily accessible — and why they believe every woman deserves to feel supported in these ways.Visit Gabrielle’s website hereFollow on Instagram @g.lorri.labourbodyworkDownload Gabrielle’s Labour & Stretch Guide hereResource referenced in this episode: Spinning BabiesThis episode of Growing is proudly brought to you by ergoPouch and their Drift Home Baby Monitor. With a 360° pan tilt camera, an integrated sound machine, and a built-in What to Wear temperature guide, it takes the guesswork out of safe sleep and helps you feel confident at bedtime.Use the code GROWING20 for 20% off (selected styles only, T&Cs apply). Offer valid until 5/10/25.Shop ergoPouch hereListen now wherever you get your podcasts, please share this episode with a friend or fellow parent-to-be who wants to learn more about preparing their body for birth in supportive ways.
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E102: Pregnancy Insights: Lil on VBAC, Pregnancy Plans & Growing Again
This week on Growing, Lilly opens up about what pregnancy planning looks like for her this time around. It’s part reflection, part preparation, and fully honest in the here and now. We chat candidly about: VBAC plans and what it feels like to carry the weight of a previous birth into the conceptualising of the next oneHow she’s thinking about her birth team and the kind of support she wants around her this timeThe “in between” moments, where excitement and nerves live side by sideWhy preparation in pregnancy isn’t about perfection, but about feeling held, resourced and supportedThis is one of those episodes that feels like sitting down with a friend who says the quiet things out loud. Whether you’re planning your first baby, your third, or simply reflecting on your own birth experiences, there’s warmth, solidarity, and gentle encouragement here.Revisit Lil’s first birth story with Ru: Listen here and Learn more about VBAC with Dr Hazel Keedle: Listen hereThis episode is proudly supported by ergoPouch and their brand-new Ellska Cot - a beautifully designed sleep space with ergoPouch’s trusted focus on safe sleep and comfort.Use the code GROWING20 for 20% off (selected styles only, T&Cs apply). Offer valid until 5/10/25.Shop ergoPouch hereListen now wherever you get your podcastsIf you loved this conversation, please share it with a friend who’s also navigating pregnancy planning or dreaming of a VBAC.Follow us on Instagram @growingthepodcast for more honest chats about pregnancy, birth, and matrescence.
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E101: Life with Two Kids - One Year On
This week, Beth reflects on the first year of life with two little ones — the joy, the love, and the messy, beautiful reality of it all.She shares candidly about the parts of motherhood that haven’t necessarily gotten easier, but instead have become part of the fabric of daily life — the laughter, the chaos, and the constant juggle of toddlers, work, and relationships. It’s a season that feels relentless at times, but also deeply rewarding as new rhythms settle in.This episode is a warm hug and a big exhale for any parent anticipating change, moving through transition, or simply wondering what life with two kids might feel like on the other side of that first year.This episode of Growing is proudly brought to you by ergoPouch and their Drift Home Baby Monitor. With a 360° pan tilt camera, an integrated sound machine, and a built-in What to Wear temperature guide, it takes the guesswork out of safe sleep and helps you feel confident at bedtime.Use the code GROWING20 for 20% off (selected styles only, T&Cs apply). Offer valid until 5/10/25.Shop ergoPouch hereListen now wherever you get your podcastsShare this episode with a fellow parent who could use some solidarity and a reminder that joy can live right alongside the juggle.Follow us on Instagram @growingthepodcast for more real-life reflections on parenting, pregnancy and matrescence.
Growing is your handbook for birth, babies and beyond brought to you by midwives and mums Beth Ryan and Lilly Claxton. Join us every Wednesday for a solid dose of solidarity as we explore all things motherhood.
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