In today's episode our Host Mon talks to us about what every women preparing for birth wants to know "Will I tear during birth?". In this episode Mon discusses: Transitioning the fear about birth into empowerment & confidence Tearing - a physiological process The perineum - what is it? How Common Is Perineal Tearing? What are the types of tearing? Preventing tearing during birth Perineal massage - what is it? How to perform it & when to start? Your Midwife’s role in preventing tears Today's Episode is brought to you by The Middee Society's birth classes. Preparing to welcome a baby into the world can be daunting with so many unknowns & what ifs. The Middee Society’s face to face + online group or private birth classes will leave you feeling empowered + confident about your labour & birth. Unlike many other child birth education classes our classes are taught by currently practicing midwives. It is our aim to provide you with the latest evidence based education which will enable you to advocate for yourself & your desired birthing experience. Say goodbye to those generic textbook birthing classes. Our classes are designed in a modern, fun, informative, lighthearted & interactive way. We know pregnancy & birth doesn't always fit the same mold. Here at The Middee Society it is our aim to best support you & what ever your desired birthing option may be. No women should be excluded from recieving high quality education based on their pregnancy being deemed as high risk. To book a class head to our website here.

In today’s episode I speak with Gestational Diabetes (GDM) Dietitian Helena McDonald where we discuss everything to do with gestational diabetes.  From unpacking what gestational diabetes is and why we test for it in pregnancy to why you may be diet controlled vs insulin controlled as well as how you can best manage your diagnosis of GDM. Within this episode Mon also discusses gestational diabetes from a midwives perspective including what your management may look like with GDM for pregnancy care, labour, birth & postpartum. Today's Episode is brought to you by The Middee Society's birth classes. Preparing to welcome a baby into the world can be daunting with so many unknowns & what ifs. The Middee Society’s face to face + online group or private birth classes will leave you feeling empowered + confident about your labour & birth. Unlike many other child birth education classes our classes are taught by currently practicing midwives. It is our aim to provide you with the latest evidence based education which will enable you to advocate for yourself & your desired birthing experience. Say goodbye to those generic textbook birthing classes. Our classes are designed in a modern, fun, informative, lighthearted & interactive way. We know pregnancy & birth doesn't always fit the same mold. Here at The Middee Society it is our aim to best support you & what ever your desired birthing option may be. No women should be excluded from recieving high quality education based on their pregnancy being deemed as high risk. To book a class head to our website here.

Today's Episode is proudly brought to you by Sleepy Belly. In today’s episode I speak with Charlotte Kelly about her DCDA Twin pregnancy. This means that her twins had separate placenta’s & amniotic sacs which catagorizes them as a low risk twin pregnancy. Charlotte faced her own fertility challenges, including two chemical pregnancies, before deciding to consult a fertility specialist. Following her fertility investigations, she was pleasantly surprised to find out she was pregnant with not one baby but two. Today we delve into various aspects of twin pregnancy, including how Char’s planned elective c-section unexpectedly transformed into an empowering twin vaginal birth. Charlotte and I both aim for this episode to cast a positive spotlight on twin pregnancies and the potential for an empowering vaginal birth experience. Let's find out more about today's sponsor Sleepy Belly Are you worried about rolling onto your back or is the constant tossing and turning keeping you up at night?  Sleepy belly’s , 3-piece adjustable support pregnancy pillow, is here to transform your sleep. Designed to provide comfort and support for expecting mothers, Sleepybelly ensures a deeper, more restful sleep. Say goodbye to those uncomfortable nights. Sleepybelly's unique design caters to your back, side, and tummy, offering a personalized sleep experience. And here's the best part – Sleepybelly's adjustable width grows with your belly, adapting to each stage of your pregnancy. It's the maternity pillow that finally fits seamlessly into your bed. So why wait on the sleep you deserve? Grab your Sleepy Belly today at www.sleepybelly.com.au and use our exclusive discount code "MIDDEE10" for 10% off your order.

In today's episode our host Mon dives deep into writing a birth plan or as she likes to call it your 'birth wishes'. This episode covers topics such as: What is a birth plan? Why every women needs to make a birth plan When should you start your birth plan? What should be included in your birth plan? What if things don't go to "plan"? Can you still have a birth plan if you're having an elective caesarean? + Lots of midwife tips & education Knowledge is power within the birth space & writing a birth plan is a great way to pave the path to your desired labour & birth experience.

In this weeks episode join us as Midwife Mon tells you everything you actually need to pack in your hospital bag and what you don't need. The excitement of meeting your baby is just around the corner, and packing your hospital bag is an essential step towards preparedness. But before you throw your entire nursery in there, remember: less is more! As a midwife, I've seen it all, and trust me, you won't need everything you think you will. Let's dive into what to pack from a practical perspective, so you're all set for your birthing journey. In this episode Mon discusses: When to Pack your hospital bag Vaginal or C-Section, It's All Covered Mum's packing list Baby's packing list Support persons packing list What Items to leave behind What the hospitals commonly supply Midwife's Packing Tips Happy packing! Discount codes: Bliss birth TENS hire: MIDDEEPOD for 10% off Lactamo breastfeeding ball: Middee10 The R Y compression wear: MIDDEE