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The Science of Motherhood

Dr Renee White
Motherhood
Breastfeeding
Pregnancy
Postpartum Care
Mental Health
Women's Health
Parenting
Postpartum Support
Maternal Health
Maternal Mental Health
Matrescence
Nutrition
Child Development
Doula Services
Doulas
Fertility
Postpartum Depression
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Midwifery
Childbirth

Knowledge is power and we are all about empowering the mothers of the world! In each episode we will unravel and interpret the latest research and evidence-based practices for pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood.

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Have you ever seen a headline claiming a certain food can boost your fertility and rolled your eyes? You're not wrong to be sceptical, and most of what circulates online about diet and conception is wellness noise dressed up as science.

This time, t... more

You've sat through an antenatal appointment focused on blood pressure and bump measurements, wishing there'd been room to talk about how you were actually feeling. Midwives want that room too, working inside appointments measured in minutes. There's ... more

Your parents or your in-laws are going to tell you they did things differently and you turned out fine, right in the middle of a conversation about sleep safety or feeding choices, and you can feel the eye roll building before they've even finished t... more

The mental and emotional weight of trying to conceive doesn't disappear once you're pregnant, or once the baby arrives. For many women, it quietly shapes everything that comes after.

Sometimes the hardest part isn't the fertility treatment itself. I... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Edna
Perinatal and reproductive psychiatrist
Warm Health Collective
Episode: Ep 232. Anxious, Overwhelmed, Numb: The Mental Health Reality of IVF
Dr. Giselle Crawford
Fertility specialist and gynecologist
Fertility endocrinology and infertility practice in Australia
Episode: Ep 231. Trying to Conceive: What to Expect Emotionally and Physically
Dr. Denise Nesbitt
Fertility specialist
Hunter IVF
Episode: Ep 230. IVF, IUI, and Egg Freezing: A Guide to Trying to Conceive
Dr. Eliza Hannam
Perinatal GP, IBCLC, founder of Nurtured Medical
Nurtured Medical
Episode: Ep 228. What Should You Actually Do Before Trying to Conceive?
Dr. Marlena Fieso
Geneticist, Harvard-trained; works at Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California; Time Magazine Women of the Year 2024
Keck School of Medicine, USC; Harvard background
Episode: Ep 226. Why Hyperemesis Gravidarum Is Genetic, Not Psychological
Nicole Lange
Acupuncturist, holistic educator, and pioneer in women's reproductive health care
Life Healing Life
Episode: Ep 225. Could Holistic Care Improve Fertility and Prevent PTSD?
Jennifer Curtis
Senior Occupational Therapist in Allied Health Care Department, Women's Melbourne
Royal Women's Hospital (Melbourne)
Episode: Ep 223. How OTs are helping Neurodivergent Mothers Navigate the System
Linda Hollenberg
Autistic Mother Learning Coordinator and Parent Educator with Reframing Autism
Reframing Autism
Episode: Ep 222. Being an Autistic Mother: Pregnancy, Birth and the Postpartum Period
Abbey Love
Educational Psychologist and Research Fellow at Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)
Episode: Ep 221. How the Maternity System Is Failing Autistic Women and What Needs to Change

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Dr. Renee White
Host of The Science of Motherhood

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Thoughtful and informative

    Such a refreshing podcast, helps cut through the noise of all of the ā€œindustriesā€ around baby care and motherhood. The host and guests are always well-informed and compassionate towards parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lksšŸŒ
    United States7 months ago
  • Redownloaded Apple Pods so I could write this…it’s that good

    Getting serious about baby making and planning over the past six months I decided to find a great podcast about motherhood. 90% of what I found was absolute drivel until I found the women speaking my language. The Science of Motherhood provides conversations that are wonderfully informative, fun to listen to and really thought provoking. If you’re someone who is preparing for parenthood, in the depths of it, watching your babies grow, or wanting to support their partner and learn about the unbia... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Curious Georginaa
    Australia9 months ago
  • Science based content is the best guide!

    Thank you so much for doing this podcast. I really appreciate that the content are science based and the guide and chats gives me so much assurance and so relatable! Keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bella2449
    Australia10 months ago
  • Not my fave podcast about pregnancy and motherhood

    I was looking for a podcast about birth and pregnancy by a doctor to prepare myself for motherhood and came across this one. I got a bit misled when they called themselves doctors, but were really researchers. Don’t get me wrong, I am also researcher with a PhD in neurooncology, so I get it, except I wouldn’t be spreading my title around as if I was a source of medical information when I’m not (kind of like false advertising?). I tried to listen to a few eps but was not terribly impressed by the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Jdjfjsiofkfks
    Australia2 years ago
  • Listen up!

    Such a lovely podcast to catch up on all things early motherhood. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maryannelistens
    Australia3 years ago

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Audiences value informed guest expertise and practical guidance for preconception and postpartum care.
Listeners praise evidence-based, compassionate discussions that cut through pregnancy myths.
Some critique variability in episode focus but still credit quality guests and research grounding.
Many appreciate accessible science translation and non-judgmental tone.

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Ep 232. Anxious, Overwhelmed, Numb: The Mental Health Reality of IVF
Q: As a reproductive psychiatrist, how do you help women understand mental health challenges during the perinatal period?
By reframing symptoms as normal neurobiological shifts that are predictable and treatable, and by outlining clear paths to support including psychoeducation, therapy, lifestyle adjustments, and when necessary, medication.
Ep 227. Fertility Preparation: What to Do Before You Try To Conceive
Q: How do you navigate variability in lab reference ranges when interpreting blood work for fertility purposes?
I focus on optimal ranges rather than the laboratory reference ranges, recognizing that labs vary widely. For example, insulin's ideal range is about four to six, HbA1c under five, and thyroid markers can differ by lab. The goal is to identify upward or downward trajectories and correct course before a clinical diagnosis is needed, rather than waiting for pathology to cross a broad reference range. This proactive view helps catch risks early and tailor interventions.
Ep 223. How OTs are helping Neurodivergent Mothers Navigate the System
Q: What does a typical session look like for you and how long does it last?
Sessions typically start with understanding the person's lived experience, daily routines, and support needs, then center on occupation—their meaningful activities and the barriers to engaging in them. An hour is common to allow time for rapport-building, exploring home and environment, and tailoring a plan that fits the person's life, with flexibility for home visits or clinic visits as needed.
Ep 219. Why Does Breastfeeding Protect Against Breast Cancer?
Q: How do these findings translate to potential treatments or prevention for women who haven't breastfed?
Understanding the T-cell targets and involution environment could inform vaccination strategies and interventions that mimic breastfeeding-induced immune changes, potentially benefiting women who haven't breastfed.
Ep 219. Why Does Breastfeeding Protect Against Breast Cancer?
Q: How long does breastfeeding need to be to have a meaningful protective effect, and why?
While epidemiological guidelines suggest six to twelve months, the biology is complex; longer breastfeeding likely strengthens the remodeling and immune training of the breast, but even partial breastfeeding is better than none due to gradual immune reprogramming.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Science of Motherhood

What is The Science of Motherhood about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- This show consistently covers science-based evidence around pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood, with a strong emphasis on practical applications for listeners navigating fertility, breastfeeding, hormonal changes, and perinatal health. Across episodes, guests bring clinical, trauma-informed, and lived-experience perspectives to topics like preconception care, OT and neurodivergent perinatal care, holistic fertility approaches, and postpartum well-being, often tying research findings to real-world guidance for families.

- Noteworthy strengths include a clear focus on evidence, multidisciplinary viewpoints, and a compassionate, listener-centered tone. The program frequently features healthcare professionals, researchers, and practitioner... more

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2. Dr. Giselle Crawford
3. Dr. Denise Nesbitt
4. Dr. Eliza Hannam
5. Dr. Marlena Fieso
6. Nicole Lange
7. Jennifer Curtis
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