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Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama

Kath Baquie
Pregnancy
Motherhood
Postnatal Recovery
Postpartum Recovery
Parenting
Toilet Training
Childbirth Preparation
Mental Health
Postnatal Rehabilitation
Caesarean Birth
Exercise During Pregnancy
Pelvic Floor Health
Starting Solids
IVF
Fitnest Mama
Pelvic Floor Awareness
Children's Health
Maternal Health
Body Image
Self-Care

The Pregnancy, Birth & Recovery Podcast helps you enjoy a healthy pregnancy, feel confident for childbirth, and recover well after birth. Hosted by physiotherapist Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama, you’ll hear practical tips, expert interviews, and real-life birth stories designed to support and inspire you.

We cover everything from staying active during pregnancy, to caring for your pelvic floor and... more

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Artwork for Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama

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Birth rarely unfolds exactly the way we imagine, and that is why flexibility can be one of the most powerful tools you bring into labour.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr Rangi De Silva, obstetrician and gynaecologist, to talk a... more

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Feeling exhausted after birth and wondering what you should actually be eating?

 In this episode, I sit down with dietitian Lana Hirth to unpack exactly how new mums can nourish their bodies for recovery, energy, and breastfeeding suppor... more

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In this podcast episode I discuss:

• The benefits of exercise during pregnancy for both physical and mental health

• How movement can support postnatal and pelvic floor recovery

• What counts as safe exercises in pregnancy

• What exerci... more

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Pelvic pain in pregnancy is common, but that does not mean you have to simply push through it. In this episode, I share both professional guidance and my personal experience with SI joint and pelvic girdle pain so you can better understa... more

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Recent Guests

Rangie Da Silva
Obstetrician and gynaecologist, Mercy Hospital for Women; host of Prepare Mercy Perinatal Podcast
Mercy Hospital for Women, Mercy Perinatal/Prepare
Episode: Flexible Birth Plans & Pain Relief, with Dr. Rangi de Silva
Lana Hirth
Dietitian specializing in postpartum recovery nutrition
Episode: What to Eat after Delivery to Support a Strong Recovery, with Dietitian Lana Hirth
Eliza Leslie
Qualified ambulance paramedic and founder of Baby Safe Basics
Baby Safe Basics
Episode: Expert Chat - First aid for choking and gagging in babies with Eliza
Dr. Emily Rubinstein
Women's Health GP at Juno Specialists
Juno Specialists
Episode: Expert Chat - Morning sickness and Hyperemesis Gravidarum in pregnancy - causes, treatment and management options, with Dr Emily Rubinstein
Dr. Shavi Fernando
Specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist
Monash University
Episode: Expert Chat - Induction of Birth, with Dr Shavi Fernando
Jaimie Zaki
International board certified lactation consultant, nurse, doula, and mum of five
Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast
Episode: Expert Chat - Supplementing formula while breastfeeding, with lactation consultant Jaimie Zaki
Dr. Nicole Gale
General practitioner and lactation consultant working exclusively in breastfeeding medicine and maternal infant health.
Juno Specialists
Episode: Mastitis treatment and prevention, with Dr Nicole Gale
Dr. Amber Moore
A highly experienced obstetrician-gynecologist based in Melbourne.
Episode: Childbirth Options (caesarean, vaginal, forceps etc) with Obstetrician Dr Amber Moore
Rosie Purdue
Pelvic floor physiotherapist with lived experience of pelvic organ prolapse.
Hatched House
Episode: Exercise & Sports with a Prolapse: One Physio’s Postnatal Journey, with Rosie Purdue

Host

Kath Baquie
Host of the show, pelvic floor physiotherapist, founder of FitNest Mama; specializes in pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • World of knowledge

    Such a great podcast. Lots of knowledge, advice, and different perspectives. Kath has such a warm nature that makes you feel super comfortable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TenaeAdamcic
    Australia5 months ago
  • Variety of Info.

    Love this podcast. It has a variety of information from a range of health professionals. The conversational nature of the podcast makes it easy to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nkjen1990
    Australia8 months ago
  • The whole podcast is an app and programme plug

    There are some nuggets of information but it got exhausting listening to the amount of plugs for her instagram, app and programmes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Submergedreedy
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Amazing for pregnant women!

    Love the perspectives and insights Kath manages to get from her guests. Great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melly Dee Vic
    Australia2 years ago
  • Full of helpful info

    Love this podcast and the way Kath educates parents. Thanks for all you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jazz Kostov
    Australia2 years ago

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Guests bring diverse expertise, creating well-rounded discussions for pregnancy and postpartum topics.
The host is knowledgeable and easy to listen to, with a supportive, calming tone.
Listeners appreciate actionable tips and practical guidance, though some note frequent plugs for social channels.
In-depth birth stories and expert interviews make the content feel credible and empowering.

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Safe Exercise in Pregnancy
Q: Do I need to do pelvic floor exercises if I'm having a C-section?
Absolutely, as caesareans do not eliminate the risk of pelvic floor issues.
Safe Exercise in Pregnancy
Q: Can I run in pregnancy?
Yes, if you have been a runner pre-pregnancy and have medical approval, but consider a pelvic floor assessment.
Safe Exercise in Pregnancy
Q: Are abdominal exercises okay to do in pregnancy?
Yes, but with caution particularly around sit-ups, focusing instead on a variety of abdominal exercises that do not cause doming.
The Benefits of Baby Wearing, and Choosing a Baby Carrier
Q: What common mistakes do parents make with baby carriers?
Parents often rush to use the carrier without learning how it works, which can lead to discomfort.
The Benefits of Baby Wearing, and Choosing a Baby Carrier
Q: What are the benefits of baby wearing?
It promotes bonding, supports social development, and encourages infant physical development.

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The show centers on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery with an emphasis on practical, evidence-based guidance delivered in a warm, approachable style. Episodes feature a mix of expert interviews and real birth stories, covering nutrition, pelvic floor health, safe exercise, birth planning, infant care, and postpartum recovery. A standout is how hosts and guests translate complex medical topics into actionable tips for everyday life, making it attractive to expectant and new parents who want reliable, supportive guidance while staying active and informed. The format often blends clinical insight with personal experience, and the host's background as a pelvic floor physiotherapist from FitNest Mama is a recurring differentiator, shapin... more

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1. Rangie Da Silva
2. Lana Hirth
3. Eliza Leslie
4. Dr. Emily Rubinstein
5. Dr. Shavi Fernando
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7. Dr. Nicole Gale
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