In this episode of Things They Don’t Tell Her Podcast I am sharing insights from my own Pregnancy Journey. In this convo, we dive into the ways I have been supporting my own mental and physical health throughout pregnancy, practitioners that I have been seeing, the model of care I have chosen and loads of recommendations for books, podcasts, local studios and so much more.  Things I did to help with my pregnancy nausea Saw Grace from ⁠Bloom Chinese Medicine⁠ for acupuncture and leave in acupuncture needles Tried to reduce/minimise stress through gentle yoga and meditation   ..read more

In this week's episode I am joined by the beautiful Sarah from The Milky Days. Sarah is an experienced midwife and lactation consultant with over 14 years experience. She is a Sunshine Coast local, a mama of two little kids and one of her passions is supporting mothers to have a positive and fulfilling breastfeeding experience. Sarah offers in person consultations for breastfeeding support and has an app with short educational courses for Pregnant & Postpartum mamas.  Here's what we covered in this episode: Breastfeeding Basics and Must-Have Products: Sarah shares her wisdom on the ..read more

This week Caitlin is joined on the show by Cath, a Private Midwife from Coastlife Midwifery and Hypnobirthing Australia Educator. Learn about what hypnobirthing is and how it helps couples to prepare for birth. Discover the different options for pregnancy care on the Sunshine Coast and what support a private midwife can provide. If you are newly pregnant you can also check out this blog post on Pregnancy and birth models of care Sunshine Coast. Check out Cath’s hypnobirthing private courses here. And find out more about Pre and Postnatal Private Midwifery care here. We hope you enjoy this epis ..read more

Calling all mums-to-be! Get ready for an insightful conversation in today's episode of Things They Don’t Tell Her Podcast. ?️ Join Caitlin as she delves into the nitty-gritty of preparing your pelvis, pelvic floor, and perineum for childbirth. Let's break down the complexities together and empower ourselves for this incredible journey. Watch the video of this episode here. Tune in now for wisdom you won't want to miss. If you’re interested to learning more about how you can prepare for birth, head over to our website at https://herwomenshealth.com/ Or book an appointment here https://herwom ..read more

In this episode of Things They Don’t Tell Her Podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of the pelvic floor and how its tone can impact labour outcomes. Whether it's over-activity or under-activity, finding that optimal balance is crucial, especially in preparation for birth. We'll explore the importance of understanding how to relax the pelvic floor as well as how to lengthen it with a pushing breath. Join us as we discuss the art of contracting and relaxing the pelvic floor, gaining awareness of its tension and learning to let go of stress, anxiety, and fear that may reside within. We tou ..read more

It's a must-listen for all the mamas out there!  In Episode 36 of Things They Don't Tell Her Podcast, we talk all things pregnancy nutrition with Alana from Mothers Mylk. Alana is a qualified naturopath with a passion for pregnancy and postpartum nutrition. She's the mother of a gorgeous little boy with another on the way, and the co-author of Nourished Postpartum, a postpartum recipe book. In this episode, she shares her knowledge and experience on the importance of nutrition during pregnancy, and offers practical tips on how to eat well for you and your growing baby. Our conversatio ..read more

In this episode of "Pushing and the Pelvic Floor: Birth Prep," Caitlin Pender discusses the connection between vocalisation during labour and the pelvic floor.  Caitlin shares how using deep, guttural, low tones during the pushing phase creates a subtle back pressure at the glottis, pushing down the diaphragm and softening and relaxing the pelvic floor, ultimately aiding in the birthing process. She also shares her experiences feeling the subtle changes in tone in a client's pelvic floor during an assessment, emphasising the importance of vocalisation during labour.  Tune in to lea ..read more

This podcast episode is all about safe core exercises for pregnant women who want to stay active during their pregnancy journey. We discuss common questions such as whether it's safe to go to the gym or continue regular yoga or Pilates classes. With so much conflicting information online, we aim to provide clear and concise guidance on what is and isn't safe during pregnancy.   If you’re up for a challenge, I am hosting a FREE 3-DAY PRENATAL PELVIC FLOOR & PILATES CHALLENGE where I help you feel strong and confident moving your pregnant body with short pilates classes! I'll also help ..read more

But today I wanna chat about the pelvic floor in pregnancy, and I wanna talk about why I think it's so important to connect with a pelvic floor physiotherapist during your pregnancy, even preconception. I think it's really important to understand what your pelvic floor is doing, and we have become as women, so shut off from this group of muscles. If I asked you to point to your bicep, you'd know where it was, you'd know how to contract it, how to relax it. But if I asked you to contract and relax your pelvic floor, most women wouldn't even be sure that they were doing it properly, and lots of ..read more

In today's episode, Caitlin shares her insights on how to restore your core after birth. As many new mums can attest, the pressure to "bounce back" after pregnancy can be overwhelming. But postnatal recovery is not about trying to fit into your pre-pregnancy clothes as quickly as possible. Instead, it's about embracing and nurturing the new version of yourself and your body, giving yourself the time and care you need to heal and thrive. Caitlin reminds us that our bodies have gone through an incredible transformation during pregnancy, and that we need to recognise and honour this process. Ou ..read more