Is It Normal? The Pregnancy Podcast With Jessie Ware

Jessie Ware

'Is It Normal? The Pregnancy Podcast' is the new podcast from Jessie Ware in which she speaks to different experts to explore and reassure everybody about what is going on with our bodies and our babies during pregnancy and birth.

  • 51 minutes 56 seconds
    Ep 37 - Pregnancy loss

    In this special episode I speak to Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Tejal Amin, who specialises in early pregnancy and miscarriage, about pregnancy loss, the causes, the signs and symptoms, the factors that can increase risk, common misconceptions and available support. I am also joined by my good friend Alice Haig, who tells us her story of conceiving and pregnancy losses.  


    Charities that were mentioned in this episode are: 


    Tommy's - https://www.tommys.org/

    The Miscarriage association - https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/

    Cradle - https://cradlecharity.org/

    Relate - https://www.relate.org.uk/


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    13 October 2022, 11:33 am
  • 20 minutes 31 seconds
    Ep 36 - Catch up with Obstetrician Jess McMicking



    There must be something in the water at Is It Normal HQ! First Issy now our regular Obstetrician Jess Mcmicking is expecting!  She tells us about what it's like to be on the other side, how she has found pregnancy and how she's preparing for birth.



    We'd love to hear from you, our instagram is @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


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    22 August 2022, 2:30 am
  • 25 minutes 22 seconds
    Ep 35 - Maternal mental health with Anna Mathur

    Becoming a new mum throws up so many new thoughts, feelings and responsibilities and we're navigating possibly the biggest change in our lives.  We’re also bombarded with advice from friends, family & even strangers on the bus! All that while being extremely sleep deprived… so it’s not surprising that new mums often feel overwhelmed and anxious. In this episode I am joined by Anna Mathur is a psychotherapist and bestselling author of Mind over Mother to give us some tips on how to navigate the stresses of being a new mum.


    Anna's new book is ‘The Little Book of Calm for New Mums’


    Anna mentions some brilliant charities:

    Pandas - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/

    Mind - https://www.mind.org.uk/

    Tommy's - https://www.mind.org.uk/




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    9 May 2022, 9:04 am
  • 47 minutes 45 seconds
    Ep 34 - Hyperemesis Gravidarum - extreme pregnancy sickness

    This episode is all about Hyperemesis gravidarum, extreme sickness in pregnancy. I speak to Caitlin Dean, the chair of the charity Pregnancy Sickness Support, who explains why more research and awareness about this debilitating syndrome is so important, she also gives some brilliant tips and advice for people suffering with it. 

    My friend Perdita Nouril also joins me to tell us her story of having HG in both her pregnancies. 


    For more info visit: 

    www.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk

    Helpline: 024 7638 2020

     

    Pregnancy Sickness Support is the only UK charity dedicated to supporting people affected by Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy and Hyperemesis Gravidarum. We are also working to train and support Health Care Professionals across the UK and Ireland and research into the cause and treatment of the condition. 


    Caitlin also mentioned Maternity Action - https://maternityaction.org.uk/



    We'd love to hear from you, our instagram is @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


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    25 April 2022, 3:49 am
  • 24 minutes 54 seconds
    Ep 33 - Pelvic health

    In this episode we hear from pelvic health physiotherapist Jo Gipson about the importance of good pelvic health for postpartum recovery.


    We'd love to hear from you, our instagram is @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


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    11 April 2022, 3:40 am
  • 20 minutes 4 seconds
    Ep 32 - Catch up with midwife Issy Bourton

    In this episode we hear from our regular midwife Issy Bourton who is now herself pregnant! She tells us about what it's like to be on the other side, how she has found pregnancy and how she's preparing for birth.


    We'd love to hear from you, our instagram is @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


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    4 April 2022, 3:52 am
  • 25 minutes 11 seconds
    Ep 31 - Osteopathy in pregnancy, postpartum and for newborns.

    Osteopath Daniel Stuttard explains the benefits of osteopathy in pregnancy, postpartum and for newborn babies.  


    Daniel mentioned the Osteopathic Centre for Children which works on a donate what you can basis.


    More info: https://www.occ.uk.com/


    Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


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    28 March 2022, 3:50 am
  • 18 minutes 38 seconds
    Ep 30 - Postnatal nourishment

    What do you REALLY need when you've given birth and can barely remember to brush your teeth let alone eat 3 meals a day? Food glorious food, and plenty of it.


    On this episode chef and founder of The Food Doula, Kate Longden explains what are the best foods to eat postpartum and what you can do to prepare for the all important fourth trimester.


    Kate is a Chef, home cooking coach and the founder of The Food Doula, a food delivery service offering edible support to those who need it most. Launched in 2018,The Food Doula has fed thousands of people in their post partum, with nourishing, delicious food to heal and satisfy.


    For more information visit:

    www.thefooddoula.co.uk

    IG @fooddoula 



    Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


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    21 March 2022, 5:10 am
  • 23 minutes 22 seconds
    Ep 29 - Birth Doulas


    Doula Aimee Hamblyn talks about the role of a doula and how they can help during pregnancy, birth and postnatally. 


    Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


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    14 March 2022, 5:09 am
  • 43 minutes 5 seconds
    Ep 28 - Breastfeeding

    Lactation consultant Kathryn Stagg joins me in this episode to talk all about breastfeeding. We discuss some of the common issues you might face and she gives some helpful advice for dealing with over supply, under supply, cracked nipples and getting the right latch.


    Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at: [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


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    7 March 2022, 5:12 am
  • 29 minutes 5 seconds
    Ep 27 - Essential Oils and pregnancy

    Naturopath, Homeopath, Yoga Teacher & Wellness Advocate Sereen Ford explains which essentials oils to use in pregnancy, during labour and post-natally.


    Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast

    Email us at: [email protected]


    *This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 February 2022, 4:00 am
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