How I Protect My Presence With My Kids

This has been on my mind for quite a while now, and I really wanted to share it with you all here. I feel like in today’s world, being truly present has become harder and harder, with our minds being pulled in so many different directions. I’m really trying to intentionally create more presence in my life, especially around my baby and my two girls.In this episode, I’ll be sharing:- How I protect my space and my presence, both personally and professionally- What babies teach us about being truly present and finding joy in the seemingly simple moments- How our phones can steal those precious early weeks with our baby, and what you can try insteadMeditations for Motherhood: Sonic RoomsFollow Poppy: https://www.instagram.com/popthatmumma

A short episode to explain my album of tracks, The Oxytocin Bubble. I share: - Why the Oxytocin Bubble is a state of mind and not just relaxation tracks- How listening every night reaches the fears we’ve absorbed about birth- Why midwives recommend it and what happens to a room when it’s played aloudGet the full Oxytocin Bubble album:https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/popthatmummaalbumofmeditationsOr get it as part of Birth Box:https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthboxUse code POP20 for 20% off x

So many of us are used to just pulling out our phone and getting answers almost immediately about anything when asking AI. But what about when we do we this for our pregnancy and labour related questions? In this episode, I’ll be sharing: - How I used AI myself during pregnancy and even during labour, as a childbirth educator and doula- Why constantly checking with AI for reassurance might be eroding your trust in yourself- The moment AI told me my baby’s head was crowning when it definitely wasn’t- The importance of tuning into your body and using your intuition to get the answers - The false confidence in AI’s answers, and why fact-checking against credible sources still matters- When AI can actually be useful during this timeYou can follow my founder account here: https://www.instagram.com/poppychildfounder/Get the Oxytocin Bubble

Those early days with a newborn are such a big transition, both for you after the birth and for your baby as they move from womb to world.This week I'm joined by Hannah, from Motherhood Road, for a really great conversation about what to expect in those first days with your newborn. This is such valuable listening whether it's your first baby, second, or third.We discuss:​Why seeing those first few weeks as the 'fourth trimester' can support you both​What to expect as your hormones shift after birth​The importance of protecting those early days with your baby​The meaning of 'matrescence', and accepting the new version of you​What babies actually need in those early weeks​Preparing for night two after your baby's birth​Recognising your baby's hunger cuesFollow Poppy: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/popthatmumma⁠Birth Box: ⁠https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/Follow Hannah: https://www.instagram.com/motherhoodroad/Hannah's website: https://www.motherhoodroad.com/

In this episode, I'm joined by journalist and author Molly Forbes, whose work is dedicated to helping families raise body-confident kids in a culture that constantly judges bodies.We talk about how early children absorb messages about body image, why diet culture often starts at home without us realising, and how the language we use around food, health and bodies can shape the way our children see themselves and others.Molly shares practical ways parents can build a positive body culture at home, support kids when they face comments about their bodies, and help them grow into compassionate, confident thinkers in a world full of mixed messages.A thoughtful and empowering conversation for anyone raising children.Molly’s Books:“Every Body”https://amzn.eu/d/0aFLhbdj“Body Happy Kids”https://amzn.eu/d/0a14wlhfLInk to Molly’s Not For Profit: https://www.bodyhappyorg.com/Follow Molly: https://www.instagram.com/mollyjforbes/Follow Poppy: https://www.instagram.com/popthatmumma/

In this episode, I'm speaking with Carrie Rad to hear the story of her beautiful, fast second birth, and how differently it played out compared to her long first labour.In this episode, we cover:- Why having a plan but staying flexible matters- How your second birth experience can be wildly different from your first- What to do if fear creeps in during birth- The power of affirmations for preparing your mind for birthA powerful and emotional episode for anyone preparing for birth and wanting to hear a real story of surrender, strength and surprise.Get birth ready with Birth Box (includes the full Oxytocin Bubble Album): https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/Or get the standalone album of tracks: https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/popthatmummaalbumofmeditationsFollow Carrie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CarrieRadInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrierad/Follow Poppy: https://www.instagram.com/popthatmumma/

Welcome to Part 3 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series.In the final part of this mini series, I'm sharing:Why building mental resilience mattersHow to cope with the struggles that may come with postpartumWhy we don't need to act on every thought that surfaces (and why asking AI can make this worse)How to deal with spiralling thoughts postpartum2 powerful strategies you can start practising nowTracks for motherhood:Sonic RoomsIf this episode has inspired you to start thinking about life after the birth and your postpartum plans, get my free Postpartum Planner, full of prompts and support to help you decide how you want those early days with your newborn to feel.Get the plannerIf you feel like you need more support:https://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/Follow Poppy: @popthatmumma

Welcome to Part 2 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series.When becoming a mother, especially for the first time, it can feel like you're suddenly having to become someone totally different.This huge identity shift is known as 'matrescence'. In this episode, I'm sharing what this felt like for me and how it may manifest for you; the physical, hormonal and emotional changes that come with becoming a mother.This is a topic I wish I knew more about before having my first, and so I hope this episode helps you navigate this huge change.Make sure to hit subscribe so you're notified when the final part of this mini series drops!Tracks for motherhood: Sonic RoomsIf this episode has inspired you to start thinking about life after the birth and your postpartum plans, get my free Postpartum Planner, full of prompts and support to help you decide how you want those early days with your newborn to feel.Get the planner

Welcome to Part 1 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series. This one's coming straight from the thick of my own postpartum with Adam.In this episode, I’m sharing: Why I put my phone in a drawer for the first 48 hours after Adam’s birthThe importance of protecting that newborn bubbleWhy you might not feel a bond straight away, and that's ok.The 'currency' of presence, and how to use it to your bonding advantageHit subscribe so you don't miss part two. It’s all about the identity shift that comes with becoming a mum and how to navigate it.If this has got you thinking about your own postpartum plans, my free Postpartum Planner is full of prompts to help you work out how you actually want those early days to feel.⁠Get the planner⁠Get my full album of tracks for motherhood:Sonic Rooms

Most women prepare for birth in their heads. But birth doesn't happen in your head.In this episode, I'm joined by Sally Ann Beresford - doula of 24 years, award-winning author, and host of The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast -  for an honest conversation about what's actually missing from birth preparation.We unpack:Why a checklist birth plan isn't enough and why a 'birth manifesto' is a better ideaWhy knowing how you want to feel during labour matters more than what you want to happenHow to prepare your birth partner to actually support youWhy putting away the contraction timer might be the best thing you doThe difference between preparing for a home birth vs hospitalWhat physiological birth really means and why it's quietly disappearingWhy trusting your instincts matters Follow Sallyann Beresford on Instagram: @theultimatebirthpartnerFollow Poppy on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@popthatmumma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Birth Ready with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birth Box⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠