Is It Normal? The Pregnancy Podcast With Jessie Ware

Ep 37 - Pregnancy loss

In this special episode I speak to Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Tejal Amin, who specialises in early pregnancy and miscarriage, about pregnancy loss, the cau

Ep 36 - Catch up with Obstetrician Jess McMicking

There must be something in the water at Is It Normal HQ! First Issy now our regular Obstetrician Jess Mcmicking is expecting!  She tells us about what it's like to be on

Ep 35 - Maternal mental health with Anna Mathur

Becoming a new mum throws up so many new thoughts, feelings and responsibilities and we're navigating possibly the biggest change in our lives.  We’re also bombarded with

Ep 34 - Hyperemesis Gravidarum - extreme pregnancy sickness

This episode is all about Hyperemesis gravidarum, extreme sickness in pregnancy. I speak to Caitlin Dean, the chair of the charity Pregnancy Sickness Support, who explain

Ep 33 - Pelvic health

In this episode we hear from pelvic health physiotherapist Jo Gipson about the importance of good pelvic health for postpartum recovery. We'd love to hear from you, our

Ep 32 - Catch up with midwife Issy Bourton

In this episode we hear from our regular midwife Issy Bourton who is now herself pregnant! She tells us about what it's like to be on the other side, how she has found pr

Ep 31 - Osteopathy in pregnancy, postpartum and for newborns.

Osteopath Daniel Stuttard explains the benefits of osteopathy in pregnancy, postpartum and for newborn babies.   Daniel mentioned the Osteopathic Centre for Children whi

Ep 30 - Postnatal nourishment

What do you REALLY need when you've given birth and can barely remember to brush your teeth let alone eat 3 meals a day? Food glorious food, and plenty of it. On this ep

Ep 29 - Birth Doulas

Doula Aimee Hamblyn talks about the role of a doula and how they can help during pregnancy, birth and postnatally.  Follow us on instagram here: @isitnormalpodcast Emai

Ep 28 - Breastfeeding

Lactation consultant Kathryn Stagg joins me in this episode to talk all about breastfeeding. We discuss some of the common issues you might face and she gives some helpfu

Ep 27 - Essential Oils and pregnancy

Naturopath, Homeopath, Yoga Teacher & Wellness Advocate Sereen Ford explains which essentials oils to use in pregnancy, during labour and post-natally. Follow us on inst

Pregnancy Visualisation

A relaxing pregnancy visualisation from yoga teacher Ann Collins Ackroyd - enjoy! Ann's website is: https://www.anncollinsackroyd-yoga.com/ Follow us on instagram here:

Ep 26 - Yoga in Pregnancy

In this episode we hear from the wonderful Ann Collins-Ackroyd who taught me yoga during my pregnancy. We discuss the benefits of practising yoga during and after pregnan

Ep 25 - Exercise in pregnancy with Robin Arzon

In this episode Ultra Marathoner Robin Arzon talks about exercise and working out in pregnancy and postpartum. She gives us some tips for the best way to keep fit in pre

Ep 24 - Postnatal special

For this special postnatal episode I am joined by midwife Issy Bourton to talk about what to expect in those first few days and weeks following birth. You can purchase &

Ep 23 - Week 40 of your pregnancy

You’ve made it to week 40 and you’re so close to meeting your baby. In this episode we talk about that big old wait to meet your baby – ways to relax and combat stress. I

Ep 22 - Week 39 of your pregnancy

In this episode, I’m joined by midwife Issy Bourton to discuss signs of labour, stages of labour & we talk about Group B strep.  Issy recommends Sara Wickham as a great

Ep 21 - Week 38 of your pregnancy

We focus on induction in this episode. Obstetrician Jess McMicking talks us through why induction might happens and dispels myths about it. We also talk about natural wa

Ep 20 - Week 37 of your pregnancy

At week 37 your pregnancy is considered full-term so you’re almost there! This week we discuss signs of the onset of labour and birthing partners with Obstetrician Jess M

Ep 19 - Week 36 of your pregnancy

If you haven’t already, it's time to think about your birth plan & packing your hospital bag! Issy introduces her friend Sophie Hiscock to the podcast, a midwife who spec