
“Prepare” is the Mercy Perinatal podcast dedicated to helping parents prepare for the journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. “Prepare” is hosted by Dr Rangi De Silva (specialist female obstetrician and gynaecologist) and Alison Abboud (registered midwife and nurse) who are joined by special guests along the way.
We know that becoming a parent can be an exciting but daunting experi... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 38 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Health & Fitness | |||

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In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by Melanie Francis, Clinical Midwifery Educator and Head of Operations ANZ for GynZone.
Together, Rangi and Mel take a deep dive into the important - and often daunting - topic of perineal tears.... more
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In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined again by pelvic floor physiotherapist and researcher Professor Helena Frawley to explore the pelvic floor, why it matters, and how to keep it healthy before, during, and after pregnancy.
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" We encourage women to do the exercises during pregnancy because when you contract a muscle and relax it, it becomes more under your control, so you actually have a better ability to contract and relax when you need it to relax. It... more
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Preparing for birth and parenthood can feel overwhelming, especially when you're not quite sure what to expect. In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by Stefanie Pascolo, clinical midwife at Mercy Perinatal and education midwife with ... more
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I stumbled across this podcast during my maternity leave and wasn’t it a great little find. I’ve loved listening to all the episodes and learning some of the why behind all the various medical steps in the antenatal journey I have just been through. My only wish is that this podcast had come out just a little bit sooner so I could have listened during my own antenatal journey. I’ll just have to hope you keep the episodes coming for when it’s time for me to have my second bub.
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A practical, evidence-based show for expectant and new parents, covering pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood with expert clinicians and researchers. Episodes frequently center on safe exercise in pregnancy, labour stages, birth physiology, nutrition, and common pregnancy conditions, often featuring obstetricians, midwives, pelvic-health physiotherapists, and researchers. The show stands out for its concrete guidance, patient-centered planning, and focus on empowering listeners with clear timelines, decision aids, and real-world tips for navigating pregnancy and early parenting.
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Recent guests on Prepare include:
1. Laura Whitburn
2. Sylvia Ross
3. Helena Frawley
4. Lucy Bartho
5. Dr Sam Mooney
6. Dr. Sam Mooney
7. Professor Sue Walker
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