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The Heavyweight Midwife Podcast

alicekeely
Plus Size Pregnancy
Gestational Diabetes
Plus-Size Pregnancy
Pregnancy Empowerment
Empowerment
Midwifery
Eating Disorders
Water Birth
Home Birth
Breastfeeding
Maternity Care
Pregnancy Anxiety
PTSD
Birth Trauma
Mental Health
Childbirth
Midwifery Care
Here To Listen Conversation
Infant Feeding
Caesarean Birth

The podcast for plus size pregnancy empowerment! Information, reassurance and myth-busting, with Dr Alice Keely, midwife specialist and PhD with 20 years experience and a passion for the uniqueness of every single pregnancy journey. From your positive test day, feel good, learn, get empowered and reassured with Alice, her expert guests, and real-life plus size mamas telling their stories, always w... more

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This week sees the release of figures confirming caesarean and forceps/ventouse account for over half all births in the UK. Increases in ‘advanced maternal age’ and ‘maternal obesity’ are highlighted as underpinning this trend, adding to the scapegoa... more

Many plus size women are recommended to see an anaesthetist during pregnancy, and this appointment will involve discussing epidurals for labour and birth. But what do you need to know if you’re plus size? Is it a good idea to have one? What if you do... more

The journey to a waterbirth can take some navigating if you’re plus size. For most women it’s not just a case of telling your midwife you want one then having one! In this episode I outline some of the evidence (or lack of it!) on plus size waterbirt... more

On this week’s show, I’m talking to Emma Haslam about all things IVF abroad.

Following her own journey with infertility which led to the birth of her son via IVF abroad Emma Haslam has become the go-to independent expert guide for fertility testing ... more

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Recent Guests

Jenny Patterson
Midwife and midwifery lecturer at Edinburgh Napier University, specializing in PTSD after childbirth
Edinburgh Napier University
Episode: 17. Understanding Birth Trauma, with Dr Jenny Patterson
Dr. Tomasina Stacey
Midwife and academic focusing on reducing preventable stillbirths
Episode: 16: 'There Has Never Been a Safer Time Than Now To Have a Baby': Reassurance on Risk & Stillbirth With Dr Tomasina Stacey
Jo Moscalu
Binge Eating Dietitian, who focuses on helping individuals struggling with their relationship with food
The Binge Eating Dietitian
Episode: 13. ‘Binge Eating is Not About You Doing Something ‘Wrong’’: Episode 13 with Jo Moscalu, the Binge Eating Dietician
Nicola Salmon
Founder of Fat Positive Fertility, advocate for plus-size pregnancy and fertility support.
Fat Positive Fertility
Episode: 12. ‘You Should Not Be Getting a Referral You Did Not Consent To!’ Episode 12 with Fat Positive Fertility’s Nicola Salmon
Cathy Bowker
Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife
Infant Feeding and Nurture Midwife team
Episode: 5. ‘Make Yourself A Throne!’ Pregnancy Prep For Successful Breastfeeding with Infant Feeding Specialist Cathy Bowker
Megan Rossiter
Founder of Birth-Ed
Birth-Ed
Episode: 3. ‘You CAN be in charge of your pregnancy decisions’ with Birth-Ed’s Megan Rossiter

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Dr. Alice Keely
Midwife specialist and PhD with 20 years of experience, passionate about the uniqueness of every pregnancy journey.

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11. Getting Empowered & Getting A Plus Size Waterbirth: Gabby’s Story
Q: What's the one piece of advice you'd give?
Honestly, like question everything. Like, don't let people take you off guard, like with the weighing things.
3. ‘You CAN be in charge of your pregnancy decisions’ with Birth-Ed’s Megan Rossiter
Q: What would your advice be for someone who's plus size and has just found out that they're pregnant?
Your body and your baby won't lie to you during pregnancy and during birth. It's important to advocate for yourself and practice asking questions.
12. ‘You Should Not Be Getting a Referral You Did Not Consent To!’ Episode 12 with Fat Positive Fertility’s Nicola Salmon
Q: What fundamentals, basics of advice for someone that is trying to conceive?
Nicola emphasizes the importance of recognizing self-worth, seeking appropriate healthcare support, monitoring cycles, and ensuring nutritional needs are met, as well as managing stress and rest.
12. ‘You Should Not Be Getting a Referral You Did Not Consent To!’ Episode 12 with Fat Positive Fertility’s Nicola Salmon
Q: What's the work that you do? And what's a typical client look like?
Nicola describes two types of clients: those who feel deterred from getting pregnant due to societal conditioning related to weight, and those who have navigated the fertility system but are struggling to find help, especially from doctors who often prioritize weight loss over providing support.
8. Everything That Could Go Wrong, Tried To Go Wrong, But I Had a Really Positive Experience’ Personalised Care & Caesarean Birth with Megan
Q: How's your recovery been? How do you think that that happening in that way has sort of impacted on your recovery and new motherhood?
Megan reports a brilliant recovery, being up and walking within hours after the cesarean, and highlights the importance of being supported during and after the birth process.

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Focusing on the unique experiences of plus-size pregnancies, this collection of episodes provides valuable information, reassurance, and empowering narratives for expectant mothers. It features discussions on vital topics such as birth trauma, gestational diabetes, and individualized maternity care, along with personal stories that highlight diverse pregnancy journeys. The host often engages with expert guests who share insights on health issues particularly relevant to plus-size women while advocating for compassionate and supportive care throughout the maternity experience. This podcast is likely to attract listeners seeking positive reinforcement and practical advice during their pregnancy journey.

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2. Dr. Tomasina Stacey
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4. Nicola Salmon
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