The Kick Pregnancy Podcast
Everything you need to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant, giving birth and bringing your baby home. Your host Obstetrician Dr Patrick Moloney and co-host Brigid Moloney focus on the essentials of growing a baby without heavy medical jargon and with lots of relatable stories of their work helping thousands of women have babies, as well as being parents to four boys. Each episode has expert led content that will help you cut through the swathe of pregnancy information, restoring your calm and giving you the confidence to know that mama, you got this!
Episodes
123 episodes
123. Let's Chat: What we don't expect in labour with Lauren
In this Let's Chat episode, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to Lauren about her birth experience, including an over 72 hour labour, an emergency caesarean and a postpartum haemorrhage. Lauren's story is one of resilience, support, and empowerment.
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122. Quick Kick: Where will I have my baby?
In this episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about the different antenatal care models available and break everything down to help you decide where you will have your baby.If you have a question you want answered, please leav...
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121. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our fourteenth Q and A session.
Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fourteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Taking aspirin in pregnancy to support the pla...
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120. How much should I train in pregnancy? With Annabelle Stratton
In this episode of The Kick, Brigid chats with Annabelle Stratton, a strength and conditioning coach from the Tasmanian Institute of Sport about training pregnant elite athletes and the modifications that are made to help them train safely in p...
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119. What actually is Pelvic Pain?
In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid discuss pelvic pain for all women in Pre-Pregancy, Pregnancy and Post-Partum.You can find the RATE tool
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118. Quick Kick: Having an induction? What to expect!
In this episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about the nuts and bolts of what happens when you need an induction, what the day will be like and gives you a clear idea of what to expect. This episode breaks down the basics to help you pic...
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117. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our thirteenth Q and A session.
Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their thirteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:The difference between having a private obstet...
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116. CMV in pregnancy: Why is no one talking about this?
This this episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talks about what cytomegalovirus (CMV) is, how it is spread, how it can impact pregnancy and things you can do to reduce the risk of transmission. If you have a question you want answered...
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115. Let's Chat: Placenta Praevia and 8 weeks in hospital: Veronica's story to a vaginal birth
In this Let's Chat episode, Dr Pat and Brigid talks to Veronica about her experience with placenta praevia, including an emergency airlift and an eight-week hospital in Melbourne. Veronica’s story is one of resilience, support, and hope.
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114. Quick Kick: Am I a good candidate for a VBAC?
In this Quick Kick episode, we break down everything you need to know about VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Caesarean) and TOLAC (Trial of Labor After Caesarean). We'll guide you through the key factors that influence VBAC eligibility, emphasising th...
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113. Everything You Need to Know About Surrogacy in Australia with Sarah Jefford
In this episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with family creation lawyer and surrogate, Sarah Jefford, about the altruistic surrogacy landscape in Australia, exploring legal requirements, personal experiences, and the emotional and financial...
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112. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our twelfth Q and A session.
Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twelfth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:C-section scars and infertilityCan you g...
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111. Sex and intimacy during and after pregnancy with Psycho-Sexologist Chantelle Otten
In this episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Psycho-Sexologist, Chantelle Otten about Sex and intimacy during and after pregnancy.Find Chantelle's Website hereFind Chantelle on Instagram
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110. Just Pregnant? What happens at your first appointment?
In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk about how to get ready for your first appointment after your positive POAS.Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to you...
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109. Let's Chat: What does pre-pregnancy genetic testing look like? With Louisa Dixon
Louisa did something prior to getting pregnant that has initiated generational change for her family. In this week's podcast, we talk to her about how, even in the midst of her own diagnosis she was able to use advances in medicine to radically...
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108. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our eleventh Q and A session.
Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their eleventh Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Post-birth hormonesTearing during birth...
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107. How to have a healthy diet in pregnancy when food groups are missing with Stef Valakas (The Dietologist)
This week on The Kick, Brigid talks with Stef Valakas from The Dietologists about how to have a healthy diet in pregnancy when food groups are missing.This episode covers:Vegetarian dietsVegan dietsDairy fr...
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106. ALL the postpartum symptoms
In this episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk about all of the postpartum symptoms and give you insight on how to handle them, why they happen, and when to seek help.Listen to episode 5. ALL the early pregnancy symptoms
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105. How does a physio help you get pregnant? With Pelvic Floor Physio Winnie Wu
In this episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist, Winnie Wu about how a pelvic floor physio can assist in preconception.Find Winnie at Papaya Clinic hereFind ...
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104. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our tenth Q and A session.
Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their tenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Waters breaking early and spontaneous preterm labou...
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103. Let's Chat: What is it like having to manage blood clots during pregnancy? With Haylea Vagg
Have you ever met someone whose strength and resilience left you utterly inspired? Haylea, our guest this week on The Kick, embodies that spirit as she takes us through her remarkable journey to motherhood. Bracing for childbirth, e...
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102. What is Ovulation Induction?
In this episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk all about ovulation induction.If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:
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101. Let's Chat: When your mental health makes you question whether you should be a mum. With Katie Stevens
In this episode there is discussions about mental illness and suicidal thoughts, if you feel you need support please use any of the links at the bottom of the show notes.How will I be a mum when I can’t even control my own emotions?...
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