The Kick Pregnancy Podcast

Dr Patrick Moloney and Brigid Moloney

Pregnancy

Fertility

Endometriosis

Women's Health

Parenting

Obstetrics

VBAC

Gestational Diabetes

Miscarriage

Pregnancy Loss

Prolapse

Mental Health

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

IVF

Childbirth

Breastfeeding

Postpartum Hemorrhage

Menopause

Pelvic Floor Health

Anxiety

Everything you need to know about pregnancy and birth. Your host Obstetrician Dr Patrick Moloney and co-host Brigid Moloney focus on expert information about the essentials of growing a baby, with a good dose of relatable chats about their experience of being parents to four boys. Restore your calm and build your confidence during pregnancy and birth and take the next step to becoming a parent.

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	200	Founded	7 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ParentingKids & FamilyHealth & Fitness

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Latest Episodes

200. Are Caesarean Section Rates Rising? Part 2

In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid answer the question of whether caesarean section rates are rising, and discuss some of the statistics around this.

Listen to Part 1 here.

Listen to episode 165. Should I choose private or publ... more

8 Jun 2026 • 36 min

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199. Q&A: How Much Sleep Do You Need During Pregnancy? & Are Molar Pregnancies Genetic?

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their thirty-third Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.

This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:

• Do I need to worry about class A d... more

1 Jun 2026 • 24 min • Most popular

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198. Are Caesarean Section Rates Rising? Part 1

In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid answer the question of whether caesarean section rates are rising, and discuss some of the statistics around this.

If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpip... more

26 May 2026 • 23 min • Popular

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197. Q&A: Feeling Concerned About Being Pressured Into Decisions During Pregnancy And Birth & Can Breeched Births Reoccur?

This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their thirty-second Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.

This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:

• Cervical shortening in first and ... more

19 May 2026 • 36 min

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Recent Guests

Rebecca Wheeler

Clinical psychologist with 25+ years of experience in perinatal mental health

Westmead Private Hospital, private practice

Episode: 192. Fear of Childbirth and Tokophobia with Clinical Psychologist Rebecca Wheeler

Dr. Erin Stewart

Senior Registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Ballarat Women's Clinic

Episode: 180. Becoming an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and How the Training has Changed with Dr Erin Stewart

Dr. Sarah McKay

Australian based neuroscientist and author specialized in women's health and neuroscience

Author of 'The Baby Brain'

Episode: 178. Reframing Baby Brain, it’s not what you think with Neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay

Associate Professor Joanne Kemp

Deputy Director at the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Center

La Trobe University

Episode: 176. Hips in pregnancy and why we need to know more With Sport & Exercise Physiotherapist A/Prof Joanne Kemp

Dr. Kavita

Breastfeeding medicine specialist with over 18 years of medical experience.

Episode: 169. Breastfeeding, Newborn Behaviour and Postpartum With Dr Kavita

Belinda Matthews

Physiotherapist with a wide experience, focusing on women's health and incontinence management.

Ballarat Women's Clinic

Episode: 161. Wee Need To Talk About Incontinence With Physiotherapist Belinda Matthews

Sarah Pound

Nutritionist, author, and co-founder of Simply Wholesome Pantry

Simply Wholesome Pantry

Episode: 159. Nourish Yourself, Everyday With Sarah Pound

Dr. Edward O'Mahony

Obstetrician and gynecological ultrasound specialist

Episode: 154. When You Need A Specialist For Your Ultrasound In Pregnancy With COGU Dr Edward O’Mahony

Carmel Morabito

Founder of Calm Babies, mothercraft nurse, and newborn toddler sleep specialist with 30 years of experience.

Calm Babies

Episode: 152. What To Expect In The First 3 Weeks With Your Newborn With Carmel Morabito

Hosts

Brigid Moloney

Co-host introducing topics, guiding discussion, and sharing parent experience; appears across multiple programs and shows.

Dr. Patrick Moloney

Obstetrician and host, provides medical explanations and clinical expertise; co-leads Grow My Baby and related programs.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 967 ratings

The best pregnancy podcast
Such a great educational and easy to listen to podcast. Dr Pat and Brigid do such an excellent job explaining all things pregnancy, babies and postpartum.
Apple Podcasts
5
LouLaLarCo
Australia10 months ago
Helped me so much through pregnancy
In a world of so much information this podcast helped me break down what I needed to know about pregnancy and birth, keeping things simple and logical and not emotionally invested or surrounded by horror stories. Absolute life saver!
Apple Podcasts
5
Danni Low
Australiaa year ago
Thank you for what you do!
I have listened to A LOT of pregnancy podcasts. Yours is by far the best. Love you guys
Apple Podcasts
5
Mumofnearlytwo
Australiaa year ago
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Wide O
Australia2 years ago
Training while pregnant episode
I find this podcast so helpful as I’m preparing for my first pregnancy, however I was disappointed by today’s episode about training during pregnancy. The coach being interviewed was not a professional in anything and could not give sound evidence or facts about the safety of exercise while pregnant. The information was basically: ‘do what you feel like doing’ and ‘you should ask your obstetrician’. I like this podcast due to the accurate and current medical information, but I feel like today’s ... more
Apple Podcasts
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Australia2 years ago

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Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many find episodes empowering and reassuring, with a trustworthy tone.

Clear, evidence-based guidance that helps during pregnancy and birth planning.

Consistently helpful for navigating complex topics like preterm labor, VBAC, and cesarean decisions.

Listeners appreciate the approachable clinical explanations paired with personal insights.

Some critique shows that episodes can be very medical; listeners vary in preference for depth vs. pace.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#189	United States/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#167	United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#17	Australia/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#51	Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#205	Germany/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#211	Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

199. Q&A: How Much Sleep Do You Need During Pregnancy? & Are Molar Pregnancies Genetic?

Q: Is there a genetic component to molar pregnancies, and should families be tested if they've had a molar pregnancy?

Molar pregnancy is often random, but there is a rare genetic predisposition (familial recurrent hydatidiform mole); testing is typically considered after more than one molar pregnancy, not after a single event.

199. Q&A: How Much Sleep Do You Need During Pregnancy? & Are Molar Pregnancies Genetic?

Q: How many hours of sleep are considered safe in pregnancy, and does daytime napping affect health outcomes?

Evidence suggests a median sleep around 7.2-7.5 hours per night with potential risks for too little or too much sleep, and daytime naps may be linked with certain conditions, but the data are observational and not definitive; individual sleep needs vary.

199. Q&A: How Much Sleep Do You Need During Pregnancy? & Are Molar Pregnancies Genetic?

Q: During trying to conceive, should you avoid Class A drugs and focus on pregnancy-safe foods?

The overall guidance is that most drugs pose risks primarily when pregnancy begins; some require stopping before conception with a planned transition to safer alternatives, while many risks apply only once pregnancy starts, and the doctors encourage pre-pregnancy consultation to map a plan.

197. Q&A: Feeling Concerned About Being Pressured Into Decisions During Pregnancy And Birth & Can Breeched Births Reoccur?

Q: Would cervical shortening run in a subsequent pregnancy and how does that affect decisions about VBAC?

Yes, prior cervical shortening increases risk in future pregnancies, but close monitoring, early cervical length assessment, and possibly vaginal progesterone can help; many cases still allow for a VBAC depending on the situation.

197. Q&A: Feeling Concerned About Being Pressured Into Decisions During Pregnancy And Birth & Can Breeched Births Reoccur?

Q: How can I stay empowered during birth and avoid being pressured into decisions?

Focus on pre-birth education with partners, discuss a birth plan that allows for flexibility, consider involving a perinatal psychologist, and ensure informed consent is given with as much time as possible before any interventions.

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A physician-host duo delivers evidence-based pregnancy and birth information paired with relatable, real-life experiences. Episodes cover medical topics from preconception through postpartum, including cesarean vs vaginal birth, VBAC, twin pregnancies, preterm labor, pregnancy complications, and planning care models. The show emphasizes informed decision-making, patient empowerment, and clear communication with care teams, often featuring listener questions and practical how-tos. A standout aspect is the blend of clinical expertise with empathetic coaching, plus recurring focus on tokophobia, rural/remote care, and diverse birth scenarios.

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Recent guests on The Kick Pregnancy Podcast include:

1. Rebecca Wheeler
2. Dr. Erin Stewart
3. Dr. Sarah McKay
4. Associate Professor Joanne Kemp
5. Dr. Kavita
6. Belinda Matthews
7. Sarah Pound
8. Dr. Edward O'Mahony

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