Midwife Pip Podcast

Davina McCall: Why We've Forgotten How To Trust Our Bodies In Birth - with Davina McCall

Becoming a mother changes everything.

But what if the stories we've been told about birth aren't the whole truth?

In this week's episode, I'm joined by the incredible Davina McCall for a powerful conversation about pregnancy, birth, motherhood and learning to trust ourselves in a world that often tells women to do the opposite.

Davina shares her honest experiences of pregnancy, why she actually loved giving birth, the mindset shifts that transformed her labour experience, and why birth isn't simply one day- it's something that can shape how we step into motherhood for years to come.

We talk about fear, empowerment, body trust, positive birth stories, and why women deserve better information, support and confidence as they prepare to meet their babies.

Whether you're pregnant, planning a family or reflecting on your own birth experiences, this is a conversation that will leave you feeling stronger, more informed and deeply reassured.

If you'd like some help thinking through your options and creating a birth plan that truly reflects your preferences, I've linked a great Aptaclub birth plan PDF which you can download and read more here:
https://www.midwifepip.com/post/whatdavinamccalltaughtusaboutpositivebirth.

Extra Resources:

📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books💫 Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” - “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip

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Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

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If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review - it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance.

If you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community, you don’t have to do motherhood alone.

Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to subscribe!

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What if everything you’ve been told about preparing for birth… isn’t enough?

In this raw, unfiltered episode, Midwife Pip and Beth Kitt @thebumptobabychapter, two midwives sit down for an honest coffee chat about what’s really happening inside the maternity system right now. From rising C-section rates to the dangerous impact of social media misinformation, nothing is off the table.

This isn’t about fear- it’s about clarity.

Because the truth is… no one is coming to hand you all the information you need. And that changes everything.

If you’re pregnant, planning a birth, or supporting someone who is - this conversation might completely shift how you think about preparation, control, and what actually leads to a positive birth experience.

Extra Resources:

📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books💫 

Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” -  “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip

Connect with Pip:

Instagram: @midwife_pip

Facebook: Midwife Pip

Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review -  it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance.

And if you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community,  you don’t have to do motherhood alone.

Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to subscribe!

Midwife Pip x
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You’re Pregnant… Now What? The Truth About Trimester 1

You’ve just found out you’re pregnant… now what?

In this episode, Midwife Pip unpacks the truth about the first 12 weeks of pregnancy - the part no one properly prepares you for. From the quiet anxiety and overwhelm to the lack of structured support, Pip explains why the first trimester isn’t something to simply “get through” -it’s the most powerful window of your entire pregnancy.

You’ll learn why your baby is already fully formed by 12 weeks, how your choices now shape your entire journey, and the four foundational pillars that can completely transform your pregnancy, birth, and postnatal recovery.

If you’ve ever felt lost, unsupported, or unsure in early pregnancy - this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a plan.

Extra Resources:

📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books💫 Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” -  “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip

Connect with Pip:Instagram: @midwife_pip

Facebook: Midwife Pip

Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review -  it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance.

And if you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community,  you don’t have to do motherhood alone.

Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to subscribe!

Midwife Pip x
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What If Pregnancy Actually Made You Stronger? with England International Lark Atkin-Davies

What happens when your body has always been your performance tool… and suddenly its purpose changes completely?

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, England rugby player Lark Atkin-Davies shares what it’s really like to navigate pregnancy as an elite athlete. From body image and identity shifts to gestational diabetes and letting go of control, Lark opens up about the realities behind the headlines.

Together, we explore how sport shapes resilience, why pregnancy challenges even the strongest women, and what it means to prepare for birth when your mindset has always been about pushing forward.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating pregnancy, identity change, or the balance between ambition and motherhood.

Extra Resources:

📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books💫 Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” -  “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip

Connect with Pip:Instagram: @midwife_pipFacebook: Midwife PipEmail: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review -  it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance.

And if you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community,  you don’t have to do motherhood alone.

Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to subscribe!

Midwife Pip x
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Are Sleep Coaches Safe? A Midwife and Nurse Explain

The baby sleep industry is under scrutiny and if you've seen the recent headlines, you probably have questions.

In this episode, I'm joined by Gem, a paediatric nurse and sleep expert from Calm and Bright Sleep Support, to have the honest conversation most people in this space are avoiding.

We're not here to debate sleep training. We're here to talk about something more important: safety, regulation, and what it actually means to get qualified, evidence-based support for your baby's sleep.

Because the truth is this industry is unregulated. Anyone can call themselves a sleep coach. And when parents are exhausted, desperate, and vulnerable, that matters.

In this episode we cover:

Why the lack of regulation in the baby sleep industry is a real problem and what the consequences look like

The red flags to watch for when choosing a sleep support professional

Why baby sleep is never one-size-fits-all and why any advice that ignores your baby's individual needs should be questioned

What good, genuinely evidence-based support looks like in practice

How to trust your instincts when the noise online is overwhelming

If you've been feeling confused, unsure who to trust, or shaken by recent news in the sleep space, this episode will cut through it.

You are the expert in your baby. This conversation will help you feel like it.

Extra Resources:

📚Midwife Pip’s Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books💫 Feel calm, confident, and fully supported through pregnancy with Midwife Pip ‘DM” -  “YPJ” on Instagram: @midwife_pip

Connect with Pip:Instagram: @midwife_pipFacebook: Midwife PipEmail: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us

If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and leave a short review -  it truly helps more mums find this support and reassurance.

And if you’d love to feel more confident and calm through pregnancy, birth, and beyond, come join our community,  you don’t have to do motherhood alone.

Enjoy listening… and don’t forget to subscribe!

Midwife Pip x
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