Today we are joined by Susie Prout, midwife, lactation consultant and mum of three. Susie takes us through what to expect in the early days of breastfeeding including: Ways to prepare in pregnancy  The moments after birth How often a newborn baby feeds How to support your breastmilk supply Why overnight breastfeeds are crucial for boosting milk protection And so much more.  I love Susie’s modern, judgment free approach to breastfeeding support and if you are looking for more I highly recommend joining her breastfeeding success membership. To learn more you can follow the link here or follow Susie on Instagram If you’re pregnant and looking for birth education visit Beth’s website www.birthwithbeth.com.au to check out her range of empowering, evidence based courses designed to help you feel confident and calm. 

In today’s episode of Growing we are joined by Millie as she shares with us the birth of her first baby, her daughter Tigerlily.  Today we pick up where we left off in episode 42. Millie shares with us what it was like to realise she was going into labour, how she managed the earlier hours at home with her husband and what unfolded after arriving at the hospital in active labour. 

In today’s episode of Growing we are joined by Millie as she shares with us the birth of her first baby, her daughter Tigerlily.  This story is an amazing listen! Millie shares generously about her experience being diagnosed with GD and the way she advocated for herself throughout her pregnancy, the many ways he and her husband Tom prepared for birth as a team and the challenge of waiting for labour to begin beyond 40 weeks gestation. Resource links: Australian Birth Stories Podcast Sophie Walker’s Birth Class Podcast Episode 254: Beth on Australian Birth Stories

Today on the podcast we are joined by Sharon Stoliar. Sharon is an Australian midwife, mother and author. Following a traumatic birth experience that left her with long-term health complications, Sharon became a fierce advocate for change and a voice for birthing women everywhere. Her book “Scars of Gold” details her journey from a harrowing postpartum, lengthy recovery and road to recognition in which she worked  tirelessly to ensure her concerns were heard and systems were changed.  sharonstoliar.com Follow Sharon on IG: @sharonstoliar Sharon’s email address: [email protected] This episode is proudly sponsored by ergoPouch. Check out their Outlet now for great savings!

Today on the podcast Beth is joined by Erica Carew, a mum and school teacher with a passion for creativity and play! Simple activities can have a profound impact on a child’s development and play can start from the moment they are born. In this episode, Erica shares with us:  How to play with a newborn, beyond tummy time  How we can utilize simple household items for creative play  The many different ways ‘play’ can look.  You can learn more about Erica and her wonderful resources at https://www.chroniclesofplay.com.au/ Keen to learn more about your host Beth? Beth is a registered midwife and loves supporting families to prepare for birth. Head to www.birthwithbeth.com.au to find out which course is for you.