E218. Stay Calm When Your Kids Push Your Buttons

Staying Calm When Your Kids Push Your Buttons with Kirk Martin “If you’ve ever lost your temper and thought, ‘Why did I react like that?’  this episode will hit home. Because it’s not about fixing your children; it’s about finding calm within yourself so you can connect, not control. Peace in parenting starts with you.” Staying Calm When Your Kids Push Your Buttons We’ve all been there, one moment you’re calm and collected, the next you’re saying things you swore you wouldn’t. Parenting can pull out every emotion you’ve ever had… and a few you didn’t know existed. In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast, whose practical, proven methods have helped millions of parents transform conflict into connection. Kirk’s approach flips traditional parenting on its head, it’s not about control or punishment, but emotional safety, respect, and understanding. You’ll learn how to stay calm when your child isn’t, break free from power struggles, and create a home built on trust and peace,  even with strong-willed or neurodivergent children. If you’re tired of yelling, guilt, and chaos, this episode is your roadmap back to calm  starting with you. Extra Resources: 📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books💫 Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” -  “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip Connect with Pip:Instagram: @midwife_pipFacebook: Midwife PipEmail: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review -  it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance. And if you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community,  you don’t have to do motherhood alone. Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to subscribe! Midwife Pip x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedy Meets Chaos: Parenting with Russell Kane “Parenting can break you or make you laugh -  sometimes both in the same hour. But what if humour isn’t just a coping mechanism, it’s a lifeline? In this episode, we explore how laughter might just be the secret to staying sane in the chaos of raising kids.” Comedy Meets Chaos: Parenting with Russell Kane Parenthood is the wildest ride of all, one minute you’re on top of the world, the next you’re wondering how it all went off track. If you’ve ever found yourself clinging on for dear life, exhausted but still smiling, this one’s for you. This week I’m joined by Russell Kane, award-winning comedian, writer, and dad to his daughter Minna. Known for his razor-sharp wit and honest takes on modern family life, Russell brings a refreshingly funny  and surprisingly heartfelt perspective on surviving the chaos of parenting. We dive into dad guilt, gender roles, and the comedy in everyday family madness from school runs to birthday party meltdowns. Because sometimes, the only way to make it through is to laugh. So grab a cuppa, take a breath, and join us for a candid, laugh-out-loud conversation that reminds us all: it’s not about being perfect parents,  it’s about staying sane, together. Extra Resources: 📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books💫 Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” -  “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip Connect with Pip:  Instagram: @midwife_pip  Facebook: Midwife Pip  Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review -  it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance. And if you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community — you don’t have to do motherhood alone. Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to subscribe! Midwife Pip x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your Children Don’t Need Perfect, They Need You  With Anna Mathur What if the pressure to be the perfect mum is the very thing stealing your joy? In a world that celebrates doing it all, this episode is your permission slip to stop striving and start being, because your children don’t need perfect, they need present. This episode is for every mother who’s ever whispered to herself, “Am I doing enough?” If you’ve felt the guilt of not getting it all right, or the exhaustion of trying to live up to impossible standards, you’re not alone. Together with psychotherapist, mum of three, and Sunday Times bestselling author Anna Mathur, we’re unravelling the myth of the “perfect mother” and replacing it with something far more powerful: being a good-enough one. We explore the hidden pressures modern mums face, how to find compassion in the chaos, and why letting go of perfection might be the most loving thing you can do for yourself  and your family. Anna also shares insights from her new book, The Good Decision Diary, on how to make calmer, kinder choices in motherhood without the all-or-nothing guilt spiral. So take a breath, grab a cup of tea, and join us for a heartfelt reminder: motherhood isn’t about perfection,  it’s about presence, progress, and permission to be human. Extra Resources: 📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books 💫 Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” -  “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip Connect with Pip: Instagram: @midwife_pip Facebook: Midwife Pip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review -  it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance. And if you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community, you don’t have to do motherhood alone. Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to subscribe! Midwife Pip x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your C-Section Questions - Finally Answered With Midwife Pip Curious about what to expect before, during, and after a Caesarean Section? Here I discuss what you need to know- from common myths and recovery tips to emotional experiences and medical facts. Whether your C-section is planned or unexpected, this episode offers honest answers and expert advice to help you feel informed and empowered every step of the way.  This episode is a sneak peek into a live call I did with my ‘YPJ’ Your Pregnancy and Postnatal Journey community, if you feel regular calls and messaging with me and my expert team and the opportunity to delve much deeper into topics would be helpful to you drop me an Instagram DM (@midwife_pip) ‘YPJ’ and lets chat to see if we may be able to support you too.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip’s Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Prepare for the Unexpected in Labour With Midwife Pip Birth rarely goes exactly as planned- and that’s okay. In this episode, I explore how to stay calm, flexible, and empowered when your ideal birth plan takes an unexpected turn. From sudden changes in labour progression to emergency interventions, this episode offers practical tips and expert insights so you can learn how to embrace the surprises and focus on what really matters with confidence, no matter what unfolds. This episode is a sneak peek into a live call I did with my ‘YPJ’ Your Pregnancy and Postnatal Journey community, if you feel regular calls and messaging with me and my expert team and the opportunity to delve much deeper into topics would be helpful to you drop me an Instagram DM (@midwife_pip) ‘YPJ’ and lets chat to see if we may be able to support you too.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip’s Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your water breaking going to be a dramatic movie moment or a subtle surprise you barely notice? In this episode I dive into everything you really need to know including the twists and turns and how your waters breaking could impact your pregnancy and birth choices and journey.  This episode is a sneak peek into a live call I did with my ‘YPJ’ Your Pregnancy and Postnatal Journey community, if you feel regular calls and messaging with me and my expert team and the opportunity to delve much deeper into topics would be helpful to you drop me an Instagram DM (@midwife_pip) ‘YPJ’ and lets chat to see if we may be able to support you too.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip’s Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Achieving your dream birth after birth trauma With Megan Murray Experiencing a traumatic or difficult birth can have lasting effects, not only in the immediate postpartum period but well into the future. The thought of another pregnancy or birth can then bring up a whole new wave of emotions and reflections. This week I am joined by an incredible, fellow double boy mum, Megan. Not only have I had the pleasure of navigating the 1-2 transition alongside Megan over the last year but also supporting her in YPJ (Your Pregnancy and Postnatal Journey too. Megans first birth was a traumatic experience leaving her to feel like she had to have a planned c-section with her second, except deep down she didn’t want to make a decision based on fear and chose empowerment instead and that is where we came in and Megans strength and determination shone through. Today I have the privilege of talking to Megan as she shares her story to help others navigate birth fear.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip’s Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Achieving your dream birth after birth trauma With Laura Moon When you have experienced a traumatic or difficult birth it can impact so much that follows, not just in the immediate postpartum but beyond that too and then the prospect of a future pregnancy and birth can raise a heap of new thoughts and feelings.  This week I am joined by an incredible mum of two little girls, Laura. Laura is hugely inspirational and the journey she has been on is one I am really looking forward to sharing. When I met Laura she was in her first trimester battling Hyperemesis and impacted by the aftermath of her first birth experience that was really traumatic. I am beyond delighted that Laura’s second birth was the birth she describes as her dream birth and she has kindly come on the podcast to talk about her journey which we hope will inspire and reassure other parents navigating pregnancy after birth trauma too.   Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip’s Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Unspoken Emotions of New Motherhood  With Jean Young Today’s episode is a conversation that needs to be heard, our guest this week, Jean Young @jeanyourbestself opens the door to the often hidden world of early motherhood. The complex emotions that so many women experience but rarely speak about. Jean is an accredited psychotherapist and mum of two and joins me for an honest and deeply validating conversation about postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and the silent struggles that can leave new mothers feeling overwhelmed and alone. We are combining real talk, expert insight, and a powerful reminder that you’re not alone, and your feelings in this season of your life are valid. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip’s Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Low Milk Supply is a Myth  With Bec Hodgson Is "low milk supply" really as common as we've been led to believe?  In this episode, IBCLC Bec Hodgson is here to challenge one of the most persistent breastfeeding myths out there. From the science behind milk production, to busting misconceptions that fuel the myth. This episode will change the way you think about milk supply and empower you with the knowledge to support successful breastfeeding. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip’s Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices