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In todayâs episode of Bun in the Oven Hollie is joined by the wonderful, knowledgeable, and passionate Dr SinĂ©ad Dufour to talk all about pelvic girdle pain pregnancy. Pelvic Girdle Pain (or PGP) can be misdiagnosed, misunderstood, and left untreated, but it doesnât need to be that way. SinĂ©ad has worked tirelessly to help raise awareness of the evidence around PGP and is leading the way in how we think about PGP.
In this episode Hollie and Sinéad discuss:
âș What pelvic girdle pain actually is
âș How we might treat pelvic girdle pain
âș Why treatment for pelvic girdle pain will vary for each individual
âș How physical activity can benefit pelvic girdle pain
âș What to do if you think you might be suffering with pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy
I hope you find this episode useful if you are sugaring with pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain and it helps more women get the support and treatment they so deserve.
Guest Bio: Dr Sinéad Dufour
Dr. Sinéad Dufour is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Faculty of Health Science at McMaster University. She teaches and conducts research in the Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Rehabilitation Science. She completed her MScPT at McMaster University (2003), her PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Science at Western (2011), and returned to McMaster to complete a post-doctoral fellowship (2014).
Her current research interests include: conservative approaches to manage pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy-related pelvic-girdle pain, and interprofessional collaborative practice models of service provision to enhance pelvic health and pain science.
Sinéad stays current as a pelvic health physiotherapists through her practice at The World of my Baby (the WOMB) a family of perinatal care centers in Ontario, Canada. Sinéad has been an active member of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada (SOGC) sitting of multiple committees and leading several clinical practice guidelines.
She also proud to serve as a clinical advisor many womenâs health businesses. Her passion for optimizing perinatal care and associated upstream health promotion for women stemmed from her own experience becoming a mother of twins. She is an advocate for womenâs pelvic health and a regular invited speaker at conferences around the world.
âș Follow Dr SinĂ©ad Dufour on Instagram HERE
âș The World of my Baby (WOMB) - website HERE
âș Dr Sinead Dufour, McMaster University Profile
âș Reframe Rehab
âș Bia Formations: Courses for Healthcare Professionals
âș APTA Pelvic Health: Free Webinars
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In todayâs episode of Bun In The Oven Hollie is joined by her absolute favourite pelvic health physiotherapist, and all round superwoman, Emma Brockwell. In this episode Hollie and Emma discuss how to look after your pelvic floor before and after pregnancy.
At time of recording Hollie was 22 weeks pregnant and was actively trying to stay on top of her pelvic floor training this time around. Hollie struggled with stress incontinence during her first pregnancy and found it a real shock. She had spent her life telling women to do their pelvic floor exercises yet hadnât in any way prioritised it herself. So, one day, when she was sat in a cafĂ© waiting for a meeting she sneezed and leaked. Sadly this is pretty common, but the good news is that thereâs a lot we can do to prevent it.
So in todayâs episode Emma and Hollie discuss:
âș How you can look after your pelvic floor before and after pregnancy
âș What exactly the pelvic floor is
âș What happens to the pelvic floor during pregnancy and labour
âș How we can boost the health and tone of our pelvic floor during and after pregnancy
âș What prolapse is and how to manage it
âș When to seek help from a professional.
Emma and Hollie have worked together in various capacities for many years. She is a passionate pelvic health physiotherapist, author of the book Why Did No-One Tell Me, co-host of the fantastic podcast At Your Cervix, sits on the scientific clinical advisory board of the Active Pregnancy Foundation, and is a passionate runner (and a mother too).
This episode is ideal for you if you are currently pregnant, work with pregnant people, are recently postnatal or are worried you may be suffering with some level of pelvic floor dysfunction.
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a topic that is far less taboo than it has been previously, with social media and female tech brands helping to raise awareness of the issue, but there are still people out there nervous to ask for help. We hope this episode helps you better understand such an important part of your body, and helps you seek help if you need it!
Guest Bio: Emma Brockwell
Emma is a specialist Pelvic health physiotherapist focusing on problems related to the pelvic floor and pelvis. These include incontinence, bladder and bowel dysfunctions, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, constipation, painful intercourse as well as aches and pains during pregnancy.
She specializes in helping post-natal women return to running and exercise, in addition to leading a popular running group and helping women meet their running objectives. She has co- authored published returning to running postnatal guidelines for medical, health and fitness professionals. She is passionate about treating all women with the highest level of care.
She is the co-host of At Your Cervix - The podcast and the incredible book âWhy Did No One Tell Meâ.
âș Follow Emma Brockwell on Instagram here
âș Listen to the 'At Your Cervix Podcast' here
âș Buy Emma's book 'Why Did No One Tell Me' here
âș Emma Brockwell's Website - click here
A Word From Our Sponsor: The Bump Plan
Are you pregnant currently? Not sure how to move your body safely during this changing time? Want to stay active but need a helping hand? Join my revolutionary pregnancy fitness method The Bump Plan Pregnancy FREE for 7 days here and feel strong and empowered in your pregnancy.
The Bump Plan has already helped over 25,000 pregnant women stay safely active and empowered throughout their pregnancies through its trimester specific workouts (in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours), extensive Education Hub of video, audio, and article content, discount platform, and growing Facebook community â try it out for FREE here.
Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
As a listener of Bun in The Oven if you enter the code âBUN20â at checkout for The Bump Plan you will receive 20% discount per month off the price of your subscription â click HERE to sign up with your discount today -
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In this episode of Bun in the Oven Hollie speaks to anti-diet registered nutritionist Laura Thomas, all about body image during and after pregnancy.
So, in todayâs episode Laura and Hollie discuss:
âș What diet culture is and how it affects our lives
âș Why we are in a society where people feel it is acceptable to comment on another personâs body
âș Why we put certain bodies on such a pedestal
âș How this can make pregnancy and postpartum a really testing time for a personâs body acceptance.
âș How to navigate your changing pregnancy body and learn to accept it
This episode on your pregnancy body is for you if you are struggling to navigate the physical changes that come with pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period, if you find the pressure from the media to look a certain way during pregnancy or snap back postnatally, or if you have previously struggled with disordered eating, fat-shaming from healthcare professionals, or body image concerns.
We hope it helps you navigate this period of your lives, and allows you to show yourself kindness where possible.
Guest Bio: Laura Thomas Phd
Laura Thomas is an anti-diet registered nutritionist specialising in Intuitive Eating and weight-inclusive nutrition. She supports families who are experiencing feeding and eating challenges to heal their relationship with food and their bodies. She's author of the Can I Have Another Snack Newsletter and host of the podcast of the same name. And author of two books, Just Eat It and How to Just Eat It.
âș Follow Laura on Instagram HERE
âș Buy Laura's Book 'How to Just Eat It' HERE
âș Buy Laura's Book 'Just Eat It' HERE
âș Join Laura's Newsletter 'Can I Have Another Snack' HERE
âș Listen to Laura's Podcast HERE
âș Buy 'My Body, My Home. A Radical Guide to Resilience and Belonging' HERE
âș Buy 'The Wisdom of Your Body. Finding Healing, Wholeness, and Connection Through Embodied Living' HERE
âș Read '7 Body Affirming Books For Kids' HERE
A Word From Our Sponsor: The Bump Plan
Are you pregnant currently? Not sure how to move your body safely during this changing time? Want to stay active but need a helping hand? Join my revolutionary pregnancy fitness method The Bump Plan Pregnancy FREE for 7 days here and feel strong and empowered in your pregnancy.
The Bump Plan has already helped over 25,000 pregnant women stay safely active and empowered throughout their pregnancies through its trimester specific workouts (in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours), extensive Education Hub of video, audio, and article content, discount platform, and growing Facebook community â try it out for FREE here.
Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
As a listener of Bun in The Oven if you enter the code âBUN20â at checkout for The Bump Plan you will receive 20% discount per month off the price of your subscription â click HERE to sign up with your discount today -
In this episode Bump Plan Founder Hollie Grant looks into everything you need to know about second trimester exercise.
By this stage of your pregnancy you will have a growing bump that needs navigating, your pelvic floor is under more strain from a growing uterus, and there needs to be some new considerations around how you train your core. Knowledge is power though, and Hollie talks you through all of this in this episode.
For many pregnant people though it can be really confusing as to what you can and canât do during pregnancy from an exercise, or physical activity point of view. Some choose to completely cease physical activity for fear itâs harmful, whilst others continue as they did before. It can really vary so much, but whatâs really important is that we are staying active!
Therefore, in this episode Hollie examines:
âș What the current Chief Medical Officers 'Guidelines for Physical Activity During Pregnancy'
âș Defining 'Physical Activity During Pregnancy'
âș What to consider when moving your body in your second trimester
âșWhat to prioritise in second trimester exercise
âș Pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy
âș Prolapse during pregnancy
âș Diastasis during pregnancy
âș Actionable activities to include in your second trimester exercise routines
I hope you find this episode on second trimester exercise helpful, and it supports you through an active second trimester!
Helpful Links
âș UK Chief Medical Officer Physical Activity Guidelines: Pregnancy and After Childbirth
âș The Active Pregnancy Foundation
âș Bun in the Oven Season 2, Episode 2: First Trimester Exercise - What You Need to Know
Guest Bio: Hollie Grant
Hollie Grant is an award-winning Pilates expert, experienced personal trainer and pre & postnatal exercise specialist. With over a decadeâs experience, Hollie has taught thousands of women across the globe in her popular London studio, at luxury hotels such as The Royal Mansour and The Mandarin Oriental, via her online and through her hugely successful online pre & postnatal fitness platform The Bump Plan.
Since launching in December 2020, The Bump Plan has helped over 25,000 women stay active during pregnancy and after birth, and is recognised as the leading pre & postnatal fitness plan in the UK. Hollie has been featured regularly in publications such as Vogue, The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, and Stylist magazine, and has been interviewed on various industry podcasts, whilst also hosting both âThe Strong Womenâ and âBun in The Ovenâ podcasts.
âș Follow Hollie on Instagram HERE
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
âș The Bump Plan Website: click HERE
âș Check out The Bump Plan Pregnancy: click HERE
A Word From Our Sponsor: The Bump Plan
Are you pregnant currently? Not sure how to move your body safely during this changing time? Want to stay active but need a helping hand? Join my revolutionary pregnancy fitness method The Bump Plan Pregnancy FREE for 7 days here and feel strong and empowered in your pregnancy.
The Bump Plan has already helped over 25,000 pregnant women stay safely active and empowered throughout their pregnancies through its trimester specific workouts (in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours), extensive Education Hub of video, audio, and article content, discount platform, and growing Facebook community â try it out for FREE here.
Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
As a listener of Bun in The Oven if you enter the code âBUN20â at checkout for The Bump Plan you will receive 20% discount per month off the price of your subscription â click HERE to sign up with your discount today -
Welcome to todayâs episode of Bun in the Oven and this is one for those of you who are planning on staying active during pregnancy, as youâll hear todayâs topic mentioned no doubt when training and the advice and guidance can seem quite confusing at times. Itâs also something thought to affect almost 100% of us by the time we give birthâŠ.so itâs pretty common! Todayâs topic is Diastasis, or DRA.
Diastasis is one of the prenatal concerns Iâm most asked about, and I understand why women are confused. The information available around Diastasis, particularly when exercising, is changing quite quickly, which is a good thing, and the language we use when talking about it is so important.
So, I am so grateful I get to speak to the super knowledgeable Antony Lo in this episode, and break down:
âș What Diastasis is
âș Why it happens
âș How to train with a diastasis
âș And why we all need to stop worrying so much about it.
This is an important episode for anyone who is nervous or confused about Diastasis, has had a previous diagnosis, or works with pregnant or postnatal people. I hope you find this episode helpful, and it helps free you from fear of movement.
Useful Links:
âș NHS: Your Post Pregnancy Body - read HERE
Guest Bio:
Antony Lo:
Antony Lo is a physiotherapist from Australia and runs The Physio Detective service and My PT Education. He earned his degree from the University of Sydney and has been in practice since 1997 (old enough to see old things come back as new things!). He completed his post- graduate Master in Manual Therapy (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) from the University of Western Australia and commenced his Specialization training in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. He has been working at the junction of Musculoskeletal, Sports Rehab and Performance, and Womenâs Health for his whole career. He has experience participating and coaching a range of sports and has been a consultant for a number of different types of elite sports athletes of all ages.
Websites
âș Antony Lo Website: click HERE
âș Physio Detective Website: click HERE
âș My PT Education Website: click HERE
âș The Diastasis Project Website: click HERE
Instagram:
âș Follow Antony Lo HERE
âș Follow My PT Education HERE
âș Follow 'The Womens Health Podcast' HERE
âș Follow 'The Diastasis Project' HERE
Other Ways to Follow Antony Lo:
âș Subscribe on Youtube HERE
âș 'Like' on Facebook HERE
âș Follow on Twitter HERE
A Word From Our Sponsor
The Bump Plan:
Are you pregnant currently? Not sure how to move your body safely during this changing time? Want to stay active but need a helping hand? Join my revolutionary pregnancy fitness method The Bump Plan Pregnancy FREE for 7 days here and feel strong and empowered in your pregnancy.
The Bump Plan has already helped over 25,000 pregnant women stay safely active and empowered throughout their pregnancies through its trimester specific workouts (in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours), extensive Education Hub of video, audio, and article content, discount platform, and growing Facebook community â try it out for FREE here.
Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
As a listener of Bun in The Oven if you enter the code âBUN20â at checkout for The Bump Plan you will receive 20% discount per month off the price of your subscription â click HERE to sign up with your discount today -
In todayâs episode of Bun in the Oven Iâm talking about Pregnancy Sickness, a topic not often discussed but thatâs experienced by 70-80% of pregnant women, and at itâs worse is called Hyperemesis Gravidarum and can be completely debilitating.
Personally, at 14 weeks, I have just come through that first trimester fog of pretty mild morning sickness and feel so so lucky to have got away so lightly. Given my job I know so many women who have struggled throughout their pregnancies with some form of pregnancy sickness, and the key here is you do not have to suffer in silence and there is support out there.
So, in todayâs episode I speak to the incredible Dr Caitlin Dean and Megan Rossiter.
In this episode we go into detail about:
âș What pregnancy sickness is
âș The sliding scale of severity of pregnancy sickness
âș When and where to get support
âș What Hyperemesis Gravidarum is and how itâs treated
âș The stigma that is still present when it comes to pregnancy sickness
âș How to support your mental health when facing pregnancy sickness or Hyperemesis Gravidarum
This really does give great insight into a really difficult symptom and is ideal for those suffering but also those who work closely with pregnant people.
I hope this episode is helpful and provides you with the support you need.
Useful Links:
âș NHS: Severe Vomiting in Pregnancy - read HERE
âș NHS: Vomiting & Morning Sickness - read HERE
Guest Bios:
Megan Rossiter:
Megan Rossiter is an antenatal and hypnobirthing teacher, mum to 2 and 2 little stars in the sky.
Megan suffered with Hyperemesis Gravidarum in both pregnancies and uses her platform to raise awareness around the condition. Megan is the founder of birth-ed, providing Multi-Award Winning antenatal & hypnobirthing courses to families across the globe.
âș Follow Birth Ed on Instagram HERE
âș Birth-Ed Website: click HERE
âș Listen to The Birth-Ed Podcast HERE
Dr Caitlin Dean:
Dr Caitlin Dean is a registered nurse and researcher specialising in pregnancy sickness and hyperemesis gravidarum and is the chairperson for Pregnancy Sickness Support.
Having suffered the condition herself she has dedicated her career to ensuring other sufferers receive support and information needed to survive the condition. She writes widely for the lay and medical press, talks at conferences, provides education for healthcare professionals and acts as a spokesperson for the condition globally.
Last October Caitlin obtained her PhD in hyperemesis research and is passionate about putting the patient's voice and lived experience at the heart of medical research. Caitlin lives on a farm in Cornwall with her husband, three children, two dogs and some cows, in her spare time she runs a property development company and likes to travel.
âș Follow Pregnancy Sickness Support on Instagram HERE
âș Pregnancy Sickness Support Website: click HERE
A Word From Our Sponsor
The Bump Plan:
Are you pregnant currently? Not sure how to move your body safely during this changing time? Want to stay active but need a helping hand? Join my revolutionary pregnancy fitness method The Bump Plan Pregnancy FREE for 7 days here and feel strong and empowered in your pregnancy.
The Bump Plan has already helped over 25,000 pregnant women stay safely active and empowered throughout their pregnancies through its trimester specific workouts (in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours), extensive Education Hub of video, audio, and article content, discount platform, and growing Facebook community â try it out for FREE here.
Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
As a listener of Bun in The Oven if you enter the code âBUN20â at checkout for The Bump Plan you will receive 20% discount per month off the price of your subscription â click HERE to sign up with your discount today -
In todays episode, Bump Plan Founder Hollie Grant looks into everything you need to know about exercising in the first trimester. Especially if you are pregnant for the first time, the first trimester of pregnancy can be a time of great change in the body which can leave many women feeling confused as to how they can continue to move their body safely during this time.
However, exercising throughout the first trimester (and, indeed throughout your pregnancy) can have profound and far reaching physical and mental health benefits, whilst also helping your body prepare for the demands of labour and parenting.
Therefore, in this episode Hollie will be talking you through:
âș The vast physical and mental health benefits to staying active during pregnancy
âș The current guidelines for physical activity from the UK Chief Medical Officer, and what that means for you
âș Defining 'Physical Activity During Pregnancy'
âș How to approach physical activity in pregnancy if you weren't active prior to pregnancy
âș What to prioritise exercise wise in the first trimester, and
âș How that can be affected by some of the most common pregnancy symptoms
I hope this episode helps you if you are currently in Trimester 1 and wondering how to move your body safely during this time.
Guest Bio:
Hollie Grant:
Hollie Grant is an award-winning Pilates expert, experienced personal trainer and pre & postnatal exercise specialist. With over a decadeâs experience, Hollie has taught thousands of women across the globe in her popular London studio, at luxury hotels such as The Royal Mansour and The Mandarin Oriental, via her online and through her hugely successful online pre & postnatal fitness platform The Bump Plan.
Since launching in December 2020, The Bump Plan has helped over 25,000 women stay active during pregnancy and after birth, and is recognised as the leading pre & postnatal fitness plan in the UK. Hollie has been featured regularly in publications such as Vogue, The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, and Stylist magazine, and has been interviewed on various industry podcasts, whilst also hosting both âThe Strong Womenâ and âBun in The Ovenâ podcasts.
âș Follow Hollie on Instagram HERE
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
âș The Bump Plan Website: click HERE
âș Check out The Bump Plan Pregnancy: click HERE
A Word From Our Sponsor
The Bump Plan
Are you pregnant currently? Not sure how to move your body safely during this changing time? Want to stay active but need a helping hand? Join my revolutionary pregnancy fitness method The Bump Plan Pregnancy FREE for 7 days here and feel strong and empowered in your pregnancy.
The Bump Plan has already helped over 25,000 pregnant women stay safely active and empowered throughout their pregnancies through its trimester specific workouts (in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours), extensive Education Hub of video, audio, and article content, discount platform, and growing Facebook community â try it out for FREE here.
Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
As a listener of Bun in The Oven if you enter the code âBUN20â at checkout for The Bump Plan you will receive 20% discount per month off the price of your subscription â click HERE to sign up with your discount today -
SEASON 2 Episode 1 â Everything You Need to Know in Trimester 1
Welcome to the very first episode of Season 2 of Bun in the Oven podcast. Iâm currently 10 weeks pregnant and have just left that weird pre booking appointment limbo where youâre 99% sure youâre pregnant, but you havenât yet seen a health professional to confirm everything.
Now for many women those first 8-12 weeks of pregnancy, with no direct access to a midwife, can be a daunting time, especially if they have suffered a previous loss. It can feel like such a long time to wait until that initial booking appointment, which I have just had, and you might have so many questions you want to ask a health professional before then.
Thatâs where todays episode comes in. In this episode, I am talking to the wonderful, and super knowledgeable, Pip Morrish. Pip is an experienced, practicing Midwifery Sister, MSc graduate, founder of Midwife Pip Podcast, Hypnobirth and Antenatal Educator, co- author of published research and importantly a mum.
In this episode Pip and I dive into the feelings, concerns, highs and lows of those first few weeks. We talk about:
âș When itâs time to call your GP to book an initial appointment
âș What happens in your booking appointment
âș What to expect from your 1st trimester, and
âș How to manage anxiety in that time
Pip also simplifies:
âș What foods to avoid
âș What supplements are important, and
âș Why staying active in that first trimester is so powerful.
This is a really helpful episode for anyone who is yet to meet their midwife and wants some professional support and reassurance before then.
Pip is such a wonderful guest and personally she is on a mission to ensure all expectant and new mums feel like superwoman during pregnancy and when they give birth. I hope you find this episode helps you feel confident and positive ahead of one of the best, and most thrilling, journeys of your life.
Guest Bio:
Pip Morrish (aka Midwife Pip):
Pip is an experienced, practicing Midwifery Sister, MSc graduate, founder of Midwife Pip Podcast, Hypnobirth and Antenatal Educator, co- author of published research and importantly a mum.
Pip is on a mission to ensure all expectant and new mums feel like superwoman during pregnancy and when they give birth. Pip believes passionately that with the right support, honest and evidence-based information all birth should be positive regardless of any twists and turns that may crop up. For this reason, Pip begun her Instagram page @midwife_pip followed by her online courses where she is on hand to support and guide women through all aspects of pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum every step of the way.
Friendly, non-judgemental advice throughout every trimester of pregnancy, birth and beyond, with the benefit of exclusive community support groups, live calls and 24/7 access to Pip she is here to create empowered, positive experiences for all!
âș Follow Pip on Instagram HERE
âș Midwife Pipâs Website: click HERE
âș Listen to The Midwife Pip Podcast HERE
A Word From Our Sponsor
The Bump Plan
Are you pregnant currently? Not sure how to move your body safely during this changing time? Want to stay active but need a helping hand? Join my revolutionary pregnancy fitness method The Bump Plan Pregnancy FREE for 7 days here and feel strong and empowered in your pregnancy.
The Bump Plan has already helped over 25,000 pregnant women stay safely active and empowered throughout their pregnancies through its trimester specific workouts (in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours), extensive Education Hub of video, audio, and article content, discount platform, and growing Facebook community â try it out for FREE here.
Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
As a listener of Bun in The Oven if you enter the code âBUN20â at checkout for The Bump Plan you will receive 20% discount per month off the price of your subscription â click HERE to sign up with your discount today
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In this weeks episode weâll be talking about single parenting, with 2 incredible women who have chosen to create and raise children on their own. My guests are Liv Thorne and Amy Jones.
In this episode we discuss how to physically create a baby when you havenât a partner, the reaction and support received by friends and family, and the challenges and joys of being a single parent. I hope that it not only helps those of you embarking on the same path, but also those of you who are single parenting due to divorce or loss. I hope you all enjoy this episode and find strength and support within it.
Guest Bios
Liv Thorne
Liv Thorne is the director of a web design agency, mum to her son Herb, butler to Elvis the 13-year-old terrier and creator of the popular Instagram account @livsalone. Through her Instagram, and recent book, she has documented her experience and journey of becoming a single mother after never really finding the âoneâ. There is a saying that everyone has a book in them, she just didnât realise hers would be about buying sperm! Livs book âLiv's Alone -Amateur Adventures in Solo Motherhoodâ has been a huge success, understandably.
âș Follow Livs Alone on Instagram HERE
âș Buy Livâs Book HERE
âș Check out Livâs website HERE
Amy Jones
Amy Jones is a Management consultant by day, fitness blogger by night! She recently made the decision that her journey to finding âthe oneâ was potentially holding her back from her desire to have her own child. Taking things into her own hands, she is now embarking on her biggest adventure to date as she kicks off her journey to become a solo mother. She has been incredibly honest on social media about all aspects of this journey, and also hopes that she can show other women considering this route that it is possible.
âș Follow Amy Jones on Instagram HERE
A Word From Our Sponsor
The Bump Plan
This episode of Bun in the Oven is sponsored by The Bump Plan.
Given the theme of this podcast I imagine that some of you are currently pregnant or planning a family. So many women I know just arenât sure how to move their body safely during this changing time? Or they want to stay active but need someone to show them the way and hold their hand? Thatâs where the Bump Plan comes in. The Bump Plan is a holistic prenatal fitness plan that allows you to work out with confidence at each trimester of your pregnancy.
Founded by myself, Hollie Grant, The Bump Plan has already helped over 30,000 pregnant women stay active safely, and feel empowered throughout their pregnancies. Through its trimester specific workouts in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours, hypnobirthing subscription, and extensive Education Hub, youâll feel supported and part of a welcome community.
Let me help you move safely through your pregnancy, maintain your fitness and strength, and enter parenthood strong and prepared for all the demands it poses.
âș As a listener of Bun in the Oven I am offering you ÂŁ5/month off the cost of your monthly subscription to The Bump Plan simply by entering the code 'bun' at checkout. To get started today simply head here and enter the code 'bun' at checkout.
Join our community today and stay strong throughout your pregnancy.
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE -
In this weekâs episode weâll be talking about the racial disparities in maternal health, and the current challenges faced by black women and birthing people during pregnancy and after childbirth. My guests are the amazing founders of the organisation Five X More, Tinuke Awe and Clotilde Abe.
We discuss the worrying statistics surrounding black women and birthing people in the UK, what is currently being done to reduce these figures, and how we can all help support Five X More in their goal of improving the statistics as soon as possible.
Tinuke and Clo, whilst feeling this cause is their calling, work incredibly hard whilst also raising their own children. We do have another gorgeous little guest in this podcast, Tinukes 1 year old daughter Eden, so I hope you enjoy the occasional squeels of excitement you hear in the background.
Guest Bio:
Five X More
Five X More is a grassroots organisation committed to changing Black women and birthing peopleâs maternal health outcomes in the UK. It was initiated in 2019 when two Black mothers, Tinuke and Clotilde came together with the dream of improving maternal mortality rates and health care outcomes for Black women.
Five X More is dedicated to supporting mothers and birthing people with its campaigning work and recommendations. It focuses on empowering Black women and birthing people to make informed choices and advocate for themselves throughout their pregnancies and after childbirth.
âș Follow Five X More on Instagram HERE
âș Check out the Five X More Website HERE
Useful links and How You Can Help:
âș Navigating Pregnancy as a Black Person - watch HERE
âș Read this article about Racial Disparities in Maternal Health and the disparity in maternal deaths because of ethnicity - click HERE
âș Donate to Five X More HERE
âș Take the 'Black Maternity Experience Survey' HERE
A Word From Our Sponsor
The Bump Plan
This episode of Bun in the Oven is also sponsored by The Bump Plan.
Given the theme of this podcast I imagine that some of you are currently pregnant or planning a family. So many women I know just arenât sure how to move their body safely during this changing time? Or they want to stay active but need someone to show them the way and hold their hand? Thatâs where the Bump Plan comes in. The Bump Plan is a holistic prenatal fitness plan that allows you to work out with confidence at each trimester of your pregnancy.
Founded by myself, Hollie Grant, The Bump Plan has already helped over 30,000 pregnant women stay active safely, and feel empowered throughout their pregnancies. Through its trimester specific workouts in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours, hypnobirthing subscription, and extensive Education Hub, youâll feel supported and part of a welcome community.
Let me help you move safely through your pregnancy, maintain your fitness and strength, and enter parenthood strong and prepared for all the demands it poses.
âș As a listener of Bun in the Oven I am offering you ÂŁ5/month off the cost of your monthly subscription to The Bump Plan simply by entering the code 'bun' at checkout. To get started today simply head here and enter the code 'bun' at checkout.
Join our community today and stay strong throughout your pregnancy
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE -
In this weekâs episode weâll be talking about the experience of being pregnant and a parent, within a lesbian relationship. My guests are the wonderful Kate Everall and Charlotte Ulett.
In this episode Kate and Charlotte highlight the challenges faced when trying to become pregnant in a lesbian relationship, including the financial demands that come through IUI and IVF costs, the support they received from friends and colleagues, and the language used around partners of those who chose to carry the baby.
There are some really small considerations that can be made by anyone working in the birthing world when working with same sex couples, that can help both parents feel included, and I loved hearing them. It was such a joy to hear both Kate and Charlottes experiences and I hope that one day same sex couples who wish to grow their family get the support they need much quicker. I hope you enjoy the episode.
Guest Bios:
Kate Everall
Kate is one half of an award-winning LGBTQ Family, Travel & Lifestyle Blog called Lesbemums. Based near Brighton, East Sussex she writes about life as a Two-Mum family and everything in between. From raising a son in a Two-Mum household to their travels and days out. Over the past 8 years she's also written about LGBTQ History and current affairs as well as shared her favourite LGBTQ-inclusive books for children.
âș Follow Lesbemums on Instagram HERE
âș Lesbemums Website: click HERE
Charlotte Ulett
I first met Charlotte as a Bump Plan Member and I really enjoyed hearing her journey to pregnancy and I wanted to know more about the challenges faced when trying to become pregnant in a lesbian relationship. Charlotte and her partner Katie have been together for 5 years and they started trying to conceive in November 2020.
âș Follow Charlotte on Instagram HERE
A Word From Our Sponsors
Penny and Lola
This episode of âBun in the Ovenâ is sponsored by Penny and Lola.
A family-run childrenâs company, born in lockdown, exclusively bring you: The Happy Song Toys. If youâre a parent, or a Youtube fan, I can almost guarantee you have heard the incredibly catchy song by Imogen Heap â âThe Happy Songâ. If youâre not sure what I mean you can watch the video HERE.
The founders of Penny and Lolaâs new baby was soothed, like so many babies, by the video of âThe Happy Songâ, and an idea was sparked to recreate the lovable characters - Cat, Badger and Rabbit in cuddly toy form, which my daughter Freya absolutely adores! So much so that when we gave them to her, her first words literally were âI just love them so much Mummyâ.
The song was designed to make children happy, so these cuddly toys are intended to do exactly the same. Cute, and quirky, each toy is soft and fluffy and has squidgy beanie arms and legs perfect for little hands to hold onto. Each toy is baby safe and CE and UKCA certified.
With the purpose of sharing happiness the founders of Penny and Lola felt it was important to support a cause that is really deserving, and chose the NSPCC - so you know with each purchase, the happiness will spread a little further.
âș As a listener, you can use this exclusive offer of 25% off all Penny and Lola toys by using the code BUNINTHEOVEN(all caps, all one word).
âș Head to the website www.pennyandlola.co.uk
âș Follow them on Instagram @penny_andlola
The Bump Plan
This episode of Bun in the Oven is also sponsored by The Bump Plan.
Given the theme of this podcast I imagine that some of you are currently pregnant or planning a family. So many women I know just arenât sure how to move their body safely during this changing time? Or they want to stay active but need someone to show them the way and hold their hand? Thatâs where the Bump Plan comes in. The Bump Plan is a holistic prenatal fitness plan that allows you to work out with confidence at each trimester of your pregnancy.
Founded by myself, Hollie Grant, The Bump Plan has already helped over 30,000 pregnant women stay active safely, and feel empowered throughout their pregnancies. Through its trimester specific workouts in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours, hypnobirthing subscription, and extensive Education Hub, youâll feel supported and part of a welcome community.
Let me help you move safely through your pregnancy, maintain your fitness and strength, and enter parenthood strong and prepared for all the demands it poses.
âș As a listener of Bun in the Oven I am offering you ÂŁ5/month off the cost of your monthly subscription to The Bump Plan simply by entering the code 'bun' at checkout. To get started today simply head here and enter the code 'bun' at checkout.
Join our community today and stay strong throughout your pregnancy
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE -
In this weekâs episode Iâll be talking to founder and CEO of Welltodo Lauren Armes about the realities of being pregnant when you are self-employed or a business owner, including navigating mat leave, and working out how on earth to replace yourself in your own business. I will also be talking about my experiences being a mother and a business owner.
Lauren and I discuss the concerns, considerations and logistics of having children when you already have another baby â your own business. At the time of recording this episode Lauren is pregnant with her first child, so is in full on preparation mode, and Iâm over 2 years deep in the juggle having a toddler myself. I hope this episode helps those of you in a similar position get your head around the juggle, and understand what to expect, when your expecting (see what I did there)
Guest Bios
Lauren Armes
Lauren Armes is the Founder and CEO of Welltodo, a global industry platform for the wellness industry. She is the leading Business Coach for experts and coaches in the wellness sector and hosts both the Business of Wellness podcast and EXPERTS.As well as coaching some of the industry's most respected entrepreneurs and influencers, Lauren has been featured as an industry expert on the BBC series The Apprentice, as well as by The Times, Evening Standard, Glamour, Red and more.
âș Follow Lauren Armes on Instagram HERE
âș Follow Lauren Armes on Facebook HERE
âș Follow Lauren Armes on Twitter HERE
âș Follow Lauren Armes on LinkedIn HERE
Hollie Grant
Also, hereâs a little bit of information about me, given that Iâll be sharing my experiences on this episode too. Iâve worked in the fitness industry for the last 11 years, am an experienced Pilates instructor, Advanced pre and postnatal specialist, and personal trainer, the owner of the Pilates PT studio in London, and founder of The Bump Plan. I am obsessed with helping women exercise for the right reasons, especially during their pregnancies and am an absolute hater of all things diet culture. Iâve worked across the globe teaching thousands of women and featured as an expert for the BBC World News, The Sunday Times, Evening Standard, Vogue and more. Oh and I also host a podcast in case you donât know.
âș Follow Hollie Grant on Instagram HERE
âș Check out the Pilates PT Website HERE
âș Follow The Bump Plan HERE
âș Join The Bump Plan HERE
A Word From Our Sponsors
Penny & Lola
This episode of âBun in the Ovenâ is sponsored by Penny and Lola.
A family-run childrenâs company, born in lockdown, exclusively bring you: The Happy Song Toys. If youâre a parent, or a Youtube fan, I can almost guarantee you have heard the incredibly catchy song by Imogen Heap â âThe Happy Songâ. If youâre not sure what I mean you can watch the video HERE.
The founders of Penny and Lolaâs new baby was soothed, like so many babies, by the video of âThe Happy Songâ, and an idea was sparked to recreate the lovable characters - Cat, Badger and Rabbit in cuddly toy form, which my daughter Freya absolutely adores! So much so that when we gave them to her, her first words literally were âI just love them so much Mummyâ.
The song was designed to make children happy, so these cuddly toys are intended to do exactly the same. Cute, and quirky, each toy is soft and fluffy and has squidgy beanie arms and legs perfect for little hands to hold onto. Each toy is baby safe and CE and UKCA certified.
With the purpose of sharing happiness the founders of Penny and Lola felt it was important to support a cause that is really deserving, and chose the NSPCC - so you know with each purchase, the happiness will spread a little further.
âș As a listener, you can use this exclusive offer of 25% off all Penny and Lola toys by using the code BUNINTHEOVEN (all caps, all one word).
âș Head to the website www.pennyandlola.co.uk
âș Follow them on Instagram @penny_andlola
The Bump Plan
This episode of Bun in the Oven is also sponsored by The Bump Plan.
Given the theme of this podcast I imagine that some of you are currently pregnant or planning a family. So many women I know just arenât sure how to move their body safely during this changing time? Or they want to stay active but need someone to show them the way and hold their hand? Thatâs where the Bump Plan comes in. The Bump Plan is a holistic prenatal fitness plan that allows you to work out with confidence at each trimester of your pregnancy.
Founded by myself, Hollie Grant, The Bump Plan has already helped over 30,000 pregnant women stay active safely, and feel empowered throughout their pregnancies. Through its trimester specific workouts in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours, hypnobirthing subscription, and extensive Education Hub, youâll feel supported and part of a welcome community.
Let me help you move safely through your pregnancy, maintain your fitness and strength, and enter parenthood strong and prepared for all the demands it poses.
âș As a listener of Bun in the Oven I am offering you ÂŁ5/month off the cost of your monthly subscription to The Bump Plan simply by entering the code 'bun' at checkout. To get started today simply head here and enter the code 'bun' at checkout.
Join our community today and stay strong throughout your pregnancy
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE -
In this episode Iâm talking to fitness expert and twin mum Brit Williams, and Birth and postpartum doula Lala Langtry White about the experience of being pregnant with twins or multiples.
Lala and Brit share the emotional challenges that can come with the initial realisation you are pregnant with multiples, the numerous (often well-meaning) comments from strangers around multiple pregnancies, and the high-risk diagnosis and care you then receive. I love the honesty both women have around the shock and awe of multiple pregnancies, that then turns into the absolute joy of having them earthside.
Guest Bios:
Brit Williams is a personal trainer, women's fitness expert, published fitness author, business owner and mum to 3 young kids including twins. Brit has 13 years' combined experience in the wellness industry, but becoming a mum in 2018 cemented her appreciation for the role movement plays in empowering modern women to embody their strongest selves. She went on to publish her first book in 2019, signing her book deal for Mind, Body, Bump; The Complete Plan for an Active Pregnancy just days before the birth of her first daughter and is a strong advocate for exercise during pregnancy!
Check out Brits website HEREBuy Brits book âMind Body Bump: The Complete Plan for an Active Pregnancyâ HEREFollow Brit on Instagram HERE
Our 2nd guest is Lala Langtry White,a Birth and postpartum doula, antenatal and hypnobirthing coach and breastfeeding and babywearing counsellor, alongside being a mother to 4 children including a set of complex monozygotic (identical twins). Following her own experience of Twin to Twin Transfusion syndrome, Lala's desire to ensure others never feel as isolated and emotionally unsupported as she did during this challenging time led her organically to Small and Mighty Babies; a voluntary support community and not for profit organisation she co-facilitates for families navigating high risk pregnancy and babies born preterm or poorly.
Follow Lala on Instagram HERECheck out Lalaâs Website HERE
Useful links:
The Twins Trust for UK-based twin pregnancy / parenting support - click HERE
Read Brits Blog series on the three trimesters of a twin pregnancy:
First Trimester â click HERE to read Second Trimester â click HERE to read Third Trimester â click HERE to read
The Bump Plan
This episode of Bun in the Oven is sponsored by The Bump Plan.
Given the theme of this podcast I imagine that some of you are currently pregnant or planning a family. So many women I know just arenât sure how to move their body safely during this changing time? Or they want to stay active but need someone to show them the way and hold their hand? Thatâs where the Bump Plan comes in. The Bump Plan is a holistic prenatal fitness plan that allows you to work out with confidence at each trimester of your pregnancy.
Founded by myself, Hollie Grant, The Bump Plan has already helped over 30,000 pregnant women stay active safely, and feel empowered throughout their pregnancies. Through its trimester specific workouts in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours, hypnobirthing subscription, and extensive Education Hub, youâll feel supported and part of a welcome community.
Let me help you move safely through your pregnancy, maintain your fitness and strength, and enter parenthood strong and prepared for all the demands it poses.
âș As a listener of Bun in the Oven I am offering you ÂŁ5/month off the cost of your monthly subscription to The Bump Plan simply by entering the code âbunâ at checkout. To get started today simply head here and enter the code âbunâ at checkout.
Join our community today and stay strong throughout your pregnancy
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE -
In this weekâs episode Iâm talking to Professor of Gynaecology Andrew Horne, and one of my favourite people Louise Abdalla all about Endometriosis, its symptoms, and its effect on fertility. Please note that we do also discuss miscarriage in this episode.
In this episode we talk about the symptoms and signs of Endometriosis and the effects it can have on a womanâs everyday life, and their desire to have children. Andrew shares the clinical elements of the condition so perfectly and shares his advice for those suffering whilst Louise gives us an insight into living with the condition. Louiseâs honesty, and Andrewâs knowledge, will help so many women push for a diagnosis Iâm sure (as it currently takes on average 7 years to be diagnosed).
Guest Bios
Andrew Horne
Andrew Horne is Professor of Gynaecology and founder and co-director of the EXPPECT Centre for Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis at the University of Edinburgh. He is a world-leading researcher in womenâs health problems, with a focus on endometriosis and pelvic pain, and has published over 150 scientific papers. He is Trustee to Endometriosis UK and has co-authored a book on endometriosis for patients called âThe Expertsâ Guide to Treat, Manage and Live Well with Your Symptomsâ. I still canât believe he found the time to talk to us â he is an incredible incredible man!
Follow Professor Horne on Twitter HERE Buy Professor Horneâs book âEndometriosis: The Expertsâ Guide to Treat, Manage and Live Well with Your Symptomsâ HERE â sales of which will raise funds for Endometriosis UK
Louise Abdalla
Louise Abdalla is one of the funniest, loveliest and honest women I know. Married to king of positivity â Mr PMA, Faisal Abdalla, she is a huge support behind the scenes (although is too modest to admit how much she does to grow his brand). With a background in PR, they make a great team alongside their long-awaited son Raffi.
Useful Links:
What is Endometriosis â click HEREEndometriosis UK: the leading UK charity dedicated to providing information and support to those with endometriosis â click HERE
A Word From Our Sponsors
The Bump Plan
This episode of Bun in the Oven is sponsored by The Bump Plan.
Given the theme of this podcast I imagine that some of you are currently pregnant or planning a family. So many women I know just arenât sure how to move their body safely during this changing time? Or they want to stay active but need someone to show them the way and hold their hand? Thatâs where the Bump Plan comes in. The Bump Plan is a holistic prenatal fitness plan that allows you to work out with confidence at each trimester of your pregnancy.
Founded by myself, Hollie Grant, The Bump Plan has already helped over 30,000 pregnant women stay active safely, and feel empowered throughout their pregnancies. Through its trimester specific workouts in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours, hypnobirthing subscription, and extensive Education Hub, youâll feel supported and part of a welcome community.
Let me help you move safely through your pregnancy, maintain your fitness and strength, and enter parenthood strong and prepared for all the demands it poses.
âș As a listener of Bun in the Oven I am offering you ÂŁ5/month off the cost of your monthly subscription to The Bump Plan simply by entering the code âbunâ at checkout. To get started today simply head here and enter the code âbunâ at checkout.
Join our community today and stay strong throughout your pregnancy
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
Sprout
This episode of Bun in the Oven is also sponsored by Sprout!
Sprout is the first ever discount club for pregnancy and parenthood. Born out of the reality of just how expensive having a baby can be, Sprout is here to help you save at what we know to be a truly expensive time.
Founded by Sophie, Mum to 2 - Sophie found the adjustment to statutory maternity pay a challenge and when reflecting on her time as a student when she had lots of lovely discounts, she found it crazy that as a new parent, there wasn't anything out there for those with little ones.
And so Sprout was born...since launching in 2020, Sprout has now saved its members over ÂŁ28k and now partners with over 90 brands including JoJo Maman Bebe, My 1st Years, Mama Mio Skincare, Natal Active, Bloom & Wild, Latched, Bugaboo and so many more to offer members repeat discounts to help them save.
Whether you are pregnant, your partner is pregnant, you are adopting, have little sprouts or older ones, membership is open to all parents and parents to be. Either join for a year or life and you can now buy a membership for a friend to help them save too!
A lifetime membership to Sprout comes with a free gift box and, as a listener of this podcast, by using the code bunintheoven you can save 50% on a lifetime membership and sign up today for only ÂŁ10. Yes, that is access for life for only ÂŁ10 by using the code bunintheoven.
To join the club, simply head HERE , choose the lifetime membership and enter the code bunintheoven, all lowercase, all one word and You will be given instant access to the discounts so you can start saving straight away!â
Follow Sprout on Instagram HERE -
In this weekâs episode Iâm talking to fat-positive fertility coach Nicola Salmon and founder of the non-profit website Big Birthas Amber Marshall about what itâs like to experience pregnancy in a bigger body.
In this episode weâll be discussing the experiences of those in bigger bodies, from trying to conceive, through their pregnancy journey, and to their labour options and beyond. Amber and Nicola have spent years researching, and sharing their findings, surrounding fertility and pregnancy for those with a higher BMI, and this was a fascinating episode.
Pregnancies associated with a higher BMI are often classified as high-risk, and with this label can come a lot of anxiety and shame. Weight stigma has been shown to have negative impacts on the health of an individual in a bigger body, so thereâs no wonder it can affect how someone experiences pregnancy â a time that should be positive and exciting.
Nicola and Amber try to break down some of the information, and advice, given to pregnant women in bigger bodies, and help show that you can have a positive pregnancy experience, no matter your size.
I hope you enjoy what they have to say and can use what you learn to support others or yourself.
Guest Bios
Nicola Salmon
Nicola Salmon, a fat-positive fertility coach and author of âFat and Fertileâ, helps fat folks navigate getting pregnant in a weight-obsessed world and advocates for change in how fat people are treated whilst accessing help with their fertility. Nicola uses her unique fat positive framework to support people in finding their own version of health without diets, advocate for their bodies, relearn how to trust their body and believe in their ability to get pregnant.
Check out Nicolaâs website HEREFollow Nicola on Instagram HERE
Amber Marshall
Amber Marshall created bigbirthas.co.uk to provide information and support for people experiencing pregnancy with a BMI 30+. Having had two healthy, unremarkable pregnancies and births with a BMI 40+, she is a firm believer that having a high BMI is not necessarily a barrier to a great pregnancy, or a healthy one!
BigBirthas.co.ukFollow Big Birthas on Twitter HERE Follow Big Birthas on Facebook HERE
Useful links:
Making decisions in pregnancy - using your B.R.A.I.N. â click HERE High BMI but Low Risk? â click HEREWater Birth for Plus-Size Pregnancies -click HEREHigh BMI waterbirth â time for trusts to take the plunge? â click HERE
A Word From Our Sponsors
The Bump Plan
This episode of Bun in the Oven is sponsored by The Bump Plan.
Given the theme of this podcast I imagine that some of you are currently pregnant or planning a family. So many women I know just arenât sure how to move their body safely during this changing time? Or they want to stay active but need someone to show them the way and hold their hand? Thatâs where the Bump Plan comes in. The Bump Plan is a holistic prenatal fitness plan that allows you to work out with confidence at each trimester of your pregnancy.
Founded by myself, Hollie Grant, The Bump Plan has already helped over 30,000 pregnant women stay active safely, and feel empowered throughout their pregnancies. Through its trimester specific workouts in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours, hypnobirthing subscription, and extensive Education Hub, youâll feel supported and part of a welcome community.
Let me help you move safely through your pregnancy, maintain your fitness and strength, and enter parenthood strong and prepared for all the demands it poses.
As a listener of Bun in the Oven I am offering you ÂŁ5/month off the cost of your monthly subscription to The Bump Plan simply by entering the code 'bun' at checkout. To get started today simply head here and enter the code 'bun' at checkout.
Join our community today and stay strong throughout your pregnancy
Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
Sprout
This episode of Bun in the Oven is also sponsored by Sprout!
Sprout is the first ever discount club for pregnancy and parenthood. Born out of the reality of just how expensive having a baby can be, Sprout is here to help you save at what we know to be a truly expensive time.
Founded by Sophie, Mum to 2 - Sophie found the adjustment to statutory maternity pay a challenge and when reflecting on her time as a student when she had lots of lovely discounts, she found it crazy that as a new parent, there wasn't anything out there for those with little ones.
And so Sprout was born...since launching in 2020, Sprout has now saved its members over ÂŁ28k and now partners with over 90 brands including JoJo Maman Bebe, My 1st Years, Mama Mio Skincare, Natal Active, Bloom & Wild, Latched, Bugaboo and so many more to offer members repeat discounts to help them save.
Whether you are pregnant, your partner is pregnant, you are adopting, have little sprouts or older ones, membership is open to all parents and parents to be. Either join for a year or life and you can now buy a membership for a friend to help them save too!
A lifetime membership to Sprout comes with a free gift box and, as a listener of this podcast, by using the code bunintheoven you can save 50% on a lifetime membership and sign up today for only ÂŁ10. Yes, that is access for life for only ÂŁ10 by using the code bunintheoven.
To join the club, simply head HERE , choose the lifetime membership and enter the code bunintheoven, all lowercase, all one word and You will be given instant access to the discounts so you can start saving straight away!â
Follow Sprout on Instagram HERE -
In this first-ever episode of Bun in the Oven Iâm talking to Senior Consultant in Reproductive Medicine Dr Meenakshi Choudhary and the wonderfully honest Sophie Johnston about egg donation, and the logistics both practically and emotionally.
Iâll be honest I couldnât believe my luck when Meenakshi agreed to take part in the podcast as she is an incredible incredible, important, woman.
In this episode weâll be talking all about egg donation and how it works, how eggs are in short supply in the UK, and the logistics of using a donor egg. Donating your eggs, to help others become pregnant, is one of the most selfless things a woman can do and it blows my mind at the science that goes on behind the scenes here. You may need some tissues for this episode.
Guest Bios
Dr Meenakshi Choudhary
Dr Choudhary is a leading Clinician in Reproductive Medicine at the internationally renowned Newcastle Fertility Centre at Life and oversees the world first mitochondrial donor program. She is passionate about empowering women who volunteer to be donors and give a âgift of lifeâ to several women who suffer from infertility or deadly inheritable diseases. She is a Trustee on the board of national UK Charity, Sperm, Egg, Embryo Donation (SEED) Trust. To read her full bio head to our show notes as she is an incredibly inspiring woman.
https://fertilityinternational.org
Follow Dr Choudhary on Twitter HERE
Sophie Johnston
Sophie Johnston first reached out to me when I announced I was recording this podcast, and offered to share her incredible story of infertility, followed by egg donation. I will admit I cried many times during this episode and I canât thank her enough for sharing her journey. Sophie works as a dietitian for the NHS with people with neurological conditions and those who have suffered major traumas, and I can confirm since recording this podcast she has given birth to a beautiful baby girl Flo and says that all her dreams have come true.
Useful links:
Check out Seed Trust Website â click HEREHuman Fertilisation & Embryology Authority: find out about sperm and egg donation HEREThe Daisy network â a charity for those with premature ovarian insufficiency â click HEREPaths to Parent Hub â a private space to find support, information, friendship, and a sense of community all about parenting via donor conception â click HEREFollow Becky, the founder of Defining Mum HEREFinally, a lovely lady called Amanda Dawn has created YouTube videos on her donor egg/IVF journeys (she is now a mum of two!), her ovaries also failed at a very young age. You can follow her on Youtube HERE
A Word From Our Sponsors
The Bump Plan
This episode of Bun in the Oven is sponsored by The Bump Plan.
Given the theme of this podcast I imagine that some of you are currently pregnant or planning a family. So many women I know just arenât sure how to move their body safely during this changing time? Or they want to stay active but need someone to show them the way and hold their hand? Thatâs where the Bump Plan comes in. The Bump Plan is a holistic prenatal fitness plan that allows you to work out with confidence at each trimester of your pregnancy.
Founded by myself, Hollie Grant, The Bump Plan has already helped over 30,000 pregnant women stay active safely, and feel empowered throughout their pregnancies. Through its trimester specific workouts in which I am always at the same stage of my pregnancy as you will be in yours, hypnobirthing subscription, and extensive Education Hub, youâll feel supported and part of a welcome community.
Let me help you move safely through your pregnancy, maintain your fitness and strength, and enter parenthood strong and prepared for all the demands it poses.
âș As a listener of Bun in the Oven I am offering you ÂŁ5/month off the cost of your monthly subscription to The Bump Plan simply by entering the code âbunâ at checkout. To get started today simply head here and enter the code âbunâ at checkout.
Join our community today and stay strong throughout your pregnancy
âș Follow The Bump Plan on Instagram HERE
Sprout
This episode of Bun in the Oven is also sponsored by Sprout!
Sprout is the first-ever discount club for pregnancy and parenthood. Born out of the reality of just how expensive having a baby can be, Sprout is here to help you save at what we know to be a truly expensive time.
Founded by Sophie, Mum to 2 - Sophie found the adjustment to statutory maternity pay a challenge and when reflecting on her time as a student when she had lots of lovely discounts, she found it crazy that as a new parent, there wasn't anything out there for those with little ones.
And so Sprout was born...since launching in 2020, Sprout has now saved its members over ÂŁ28k and now partners with over 90 brands including JoJo Maman Bebe, My 1st Years, Mama Mio Skincare, Natal Active, Bloom & Wild, Latched, Bugaboo and so many more to offer members repeat discounts to help them save.
Whether you are pregnant, your partner is pregnant, you are adopting, have little sprouts or older ones, membership is open to all parents and parents to be. Either join for a year or life and you can now buy a membership for a friend to help them save too!
A lifetime membership to Sprout comes with a free gift box and, as a listener of this podcast, by using the code bunintheoven you can save 50% on a lifetime membership and sign up today for only ÂŁ10. Yes, that is access for life for only ÂŁ10 by using the code bunintheoven.
To join the club, simply head HERE , choose the lifetime membership and enter the code bunintheoven, all lowercase, all one word and You will be given instant access to the discounts so you can start saving straight away!â
Follow Sprout on Instagram HERE -
Man meets woman, man marries woman, man has sex with woman, woman gets pregnant: this is the story we so often hear about how children are made, but this is just not the reality for everyone.
đ¶đŒBun in the Oven is a podcast that explores the myriad of challenges and routes to becoming and being a parent. It will dive into the many different ways children are brought into this world, and what parenting really involves.
â„ïž Hosted by myself @thepilatespt I hope you find this podcast a huge source of support, and that it helps open all our minds.
