Lessons from 23 Years of Birth Work: A Conversation with Doula Bonnie Walker
In this episode, I sit down with doula Bonnie Walker, who’s been supporting families for over 23 years. We dive into how birth has shifted over the decades.Bonnie brings a wealth of experience and shares what she’s learnt and why there truly isn’t one “right” way to give birth. It’s an inspiring, down-to-earth conversation about birth, the body, and the many beautiful and unpredictable paths people take to meet their babies.You can find out more about Bonnie and her work here. Want to hear more? Listen to our other episodes!Vaginal Examinations in Labour: What You Need to KnowDo The Inner Work: Why Birth Prep is More Than Just a PlanChristine's Positive Hospital Birth Story
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Christine’s Positive Hospital Birth Story
What if your birth could feel calm, informed, and truly empowering, even if fear is where your journey begins? In this episode, Christine shares her transformational positive birth story, revealing how she went from deep anxiety about childbirth to a confident, grounded, and life-changing labour journey.Through mindset work, hypnobirthing, and using Birth Box, Christine overcame fear and embraced a birth experience that left her feeling strong, connected, and ready for motherhood. She opens up about navigating a slow labour, making tough decisions around pain relief, leaning on partner support, and the emotional moment she met her son.If you're preparing for your own childbirth experience, or looking for positive birth stories that empower, this one is for you.
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The Calm Bubble De-stress Meditation - Use DAILY
Preparing for birth can feel overwhelming, but mindfulness meditation can help. Studies show that regular meditation can reduce stress levels, helping you feel calmer and more grounded.This guided birth preparation meditation is designed to help you relax your body, calm your mind, and connect deeply with your breath and baby. Whether you’re in your third trimester or simply needing a moment of peace during pregnancy, this track supports you in building confidence, focus, and emotional balance.Use this guided meditation for pregnancy and birth daily to release tension and ease anxiety. Take this time for yourself!Want more tracks like these? Check out Birth Box and The Oxytocin Bubble!
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Vaginal Examinations in Labour: What You Need to Know
In this episode of the Pop That Mumma Podcast, I sit down with Dr Melanie Jackson, a brilliant midwife and maternal health advocate, to chat about vaginal examinations (VEs) during labour. We discuss what they’re for, how they relate to cervical dilation and birth progress, and why they’re such a common yet often misunderstood part of maternity care.Dr Jackson shares her insight into the risks, benefits, and alternatives to routine VEs, and we talk about informed consent and why you always have the right to say no. We also explore how the body naturally progresses in labour, what evidence-based care really looks like, and how expectations around cervical dilation can sometimes do more harm than good.If you’re pregnant and planning for birth, this episode will help you feel more confident and informed!To find out more about Dr Melanie and her work, follow her on social media here. Be sure to check out her amazing podcast, The Great Birth RebellionA special thanks to our sponsor, Bugaboo. You can find all the products mentioned in this episode.Donkey 5 Dragonfly Fox 5 RenewYou can check out their full range of products on their website.Want to hear more? Check out our other episodes! Do the Inner Work! Why Birth Prep is More Than Just a Plan What Happens When You Lose (and Find) Yourself in Motherhood: Beyond “Enjoying It While It Lasts”How Exercise Transforms Pregnancy, Labour and Recovery
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How to Help Your Baby Sleep Better: Routines, Feeds & Real-Life Tips
Baby sleep, it’s the topic every new parent obsesses over! In this episode of the Pop That Mumma Podcast, I chat with newborn expert Lisa Clegg. We chat all about how to help your newborn sleep better with routines, feeding patterns, and so much more. Lisa shares her years of experience supporting families through those early weeks, offering real, practical tips for establishing healthy sleep patterns from day one.This episode is packed with supportive advice, expert information, and a whole lot of reassurance. If you’re pregnant and want to prepare, or a parent craving calmer nights, this one’s for you!You can find out more about Lisa and her work through her website or Instagram For a discount on Lisa’s products, apply the code POPPY20 at checkout!A special thanks to our sponsor, Bugaboo. You can find all the products mentioned in this episode on their website or through the links below.Donkey 5 Dragonfly Fox 5 RenewWant to hear more? Check out our other recent episodes!Everything We Wish We Knew About Postpartum: Honest Tips from Two Mums of TwoWhat Happens When You Lose (and Find) Yourself in Motherhood: Beyond “Enjoying It While It Lasts”How Exercise Transforms Pregnancy, Labour and Recovery
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Welcome to the Pop That Mumma Podcast
Hosted by Poppy - certified Hypnobirthing practitioner, birth doula, and mum of two based in London.
This is the space where we get real about pregnancy, birth and motherhood. From navigating fear in birth, to practical tools for labour, to the emotional rollercoaster of postpartum I’m here to help you feel informed, empowered, and confident in your body’s wisdom.
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