Everything you need to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant, giving birth and bringing your baby home. Your host Obstetrician Dr Patrick Moloney and co-host Brigid Moloney focus on the essentials of growing a baby without heavy medical jargon and with lots of relatable stories of their work helping thousands of women have babies, as well as being parents to four boys. Each episode has expert led content that will help you cut through the swathe of pregnancy information, restoring your calm and giving you the confidence to know that mama, you got this!
In this episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid discuss herpes during pregnancy and birth, how they can affect both mother and baby and prevention and treatment strategies.
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If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
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In this episode of The Kick, Brigid chats with A/Prof Michelle Jongenelis, a Clinical Psychologist from University of Melbourne's Centre for Behaviour Change about her pioneering research on the increasing reliance on grandparents as primary caregivers in Australia, with around 20% of children being regularly looked after by their grandparents. We discuss the significant implications this has on children's nutrition, physical activity, and overall wellbeing.
You can find A/Prof Michelle Jongenelis' Website HERE
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
In this Let's Chat episode, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to Kareen about her second pregnancy and birth experience and how it was healing for her after her first birth experience.
Kareen mentions being a member of our GrowMyBaby Pregnancy and Birth Course. You can join at anytime in your pregnancy here. JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
If you are thinking about getting pregnant, join our 11 steps to a positive pregnancy test here. JOIN our getting pregnancy course
Listen to episode 45. Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy with Kath Baquie HERE
Listen to episode 9. The idea of Gentle Induction (of labour) HERE
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
In this Let's Chat episode, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to Kareen about her first pregnancy and birth experience, including being diagnosed with PCOS, an assisted delivery and prolapse after birth.
Kareen mentions being a member of our GrowMyBaby Pregnancy and Birth Course. You can join at anytime in your pregnancy here. JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
If you are thinking about getting pregnant, join our 11 steps to a positive pregnancy test here. JOIN our getting pregnancy course
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
Navigating the challenge of traveling while pregnant can be daunting, but with the right preparation and advice, it can also be a rewarding and memorable experience. In this episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about travel in late pregnancy and give their practical tips and insights to help ensure your trip goes smoothly and is enjoyable.
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q&A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
In this episode of The Kick, Brigid chats with Paediatric Intensive Care Nurse Sarah Duncanson, from Paeds Education about newborn first aid, Sarah's expert guidance, will help you feel more prepared to address your baby's needs and ensure their well-being and safety. Tune in to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to ensure your baby's safety and health.
You can find the Paeds Education Website HERE
You can find Paeds Education on Instagram HERE
You can find the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department HERE
You can find the Emergency Plus app HERE
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fifteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.
This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
In this episode of The Kick, we talks all things Adenomyosis. Brigid shares her personal experience of having Adenomyosis, before we then talk about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this disease. This episode offers crucial insights and support to navigate this often not talked about condition.
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
In this Let's Chat episode, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to Lauren about her birth experience, including an over 72 hour labour, an emergency caesarean and a postpartum haemorrhage. Lauren's story is one of resilience, support, and empowerment.
Lauren mentions being a member of our GrowMyBaby Pregnancy and Birth Course. You can join at anytime in your pregnancy here. JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
If you are thinking about getting pregnant, join our 11 steps to a positive pregnancy test here. JOIN our getting pregnancy course
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q&A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
In this episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about the different antenatal care models available and break everything down to help you decide where you will have your baby.
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q&A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fourteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.
This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:
If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby
LINKS
Join our pregnancy and birth course
Join our getting pregnancy course
Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast
Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast
Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.
Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/
JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
JOIN our getting pregnancy course
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