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In this episode of Mood Swings, we explore the different models of care available during pregnancy, including the public and private systems and the importance of finding the pathway that is right for you.

We also discuss pelvic floor physiotherapy, attending your recommended scans, having appropriate blood tests and feeling confident asking questions throughout your pregnancy. Every journey is individual, so we encourage you to do your research, understand your options and advocate for the care you need.

If you would like any additional resources after listening please feel free to reach out to us.

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice. Please speak with your GP, nominated birth hospital or managing healthcare team for further guidance and support.

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In this episode, we’re taking gut health back to basics and working our way through the digestive system from the top down.

We chat about what “good gut health” actually looks like, because it is so much more than just whether or not you feel bloated. Digestion starts in the mouth and stomach, moves through the small intestine and colon and each stage has its own role in breaking down food, absorbing nutrients and keeping the digestive system functioning properly.

We unpack some of the most common signs that your gut may need a little extra support, including bloating, reflux, constipation, diarrhoea, irregular bowel movements, food sensitivities and changes in digestion.

We also dive into the gut microbiome and why the balance and diversity of bacteria living in the gut matters so much. We explain the difference between prebiotics and probiotics, what each one actually does and how food, stress, lifestyle and your overall digestive environment can influence your microbiome.

We also talk about gut testing, what these tests can look at, when they may be useful and why testing can sometimes help us move beyond guessing and get a clearer picture of what may be contributing to ongoing digestive symptoms.

If gut health has ever felt overwhelming or confusing, this episode breaks it down into the foundations so you can better understand what is actually happening in your digestive system and what a healthy gut really looks like.

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In this episode, we’re checking in with Mo as she enters the final trimester of her second pregnancy and the countdown to baby #2 officially begins.

We chat about how this pregnancy has compared to her first, what has felt easier, what has felt completely different and how her mindset has changed now that she knows a little more about what’s coming.

Mo shares how she’s preparing physically and mentally for birth, what she wants to do differently this time around, and the things she’s prioritising in these final months before becoming a mum of two.

We also get into the big question: what is life actually going to look like with a newborn and a toddler?

From routines and sleep to dividing attention, protecting one-on-one time and navigating the inevitable chaos, we talk through Mo’s expectations, worries and excitement as her family gets ready to grow.

A very real pregnancy catch-up about the final stretch, doing things differently the second time around and preparing for the huge transition from one child to two.

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