Midwife Pip Podcast

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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Baby Illness: Clear Answers for New Parents With Dr Rachael Barr

The first time your newborn gets sick, everything feels louder - the breathing, the crying, the clock ticking toward the middle of the night. A tiny cough can spiral into big fear, and suddenly you’re wondering: Is this normal? Am I missing something? Should I be doing more?

Welcome to our chat today on where we cut through the noise, the late-night Googling, and the worst-case scenarios. We’re joined by Dr Rachael Barr, who’s here to bring calm, clarity, and evidence-based guidance to one of the most stressful parts of early parenthood when your baby isn’t well.

This is a conversation for new and expectant parents who want clear answers, not panic and confidence, not confusion.

 

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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Overheating & Overthinking: The Truth About Baby Sleep in Warm Weather

With Tori Drew

 

It’s 2am. The house is quiet… but you’re not asleep.

You’re standing over your baby, one hand hovering just above their chest, asking yourself the same question for the tenth time tonightAre they too hot? Too cold? Should I add a layer… or take one away?

When the weather warms up, something shifts for parents. The rules you thought you understood suddenly feel unclear. The advice online? Conflicting. The fear? Very real.

Because here’s the truth, overheating isn’t just uncomfortable. It’s one of the most overlooked risks when it comes to safer sleep. And yet, so many of us are left guessing in the dark… literally.

So in this episode, we’re cutting through the noise. I am joined by Sleep Consultant and mum of 4, Tori Drew known on social media as @thisparentcan_sleep

We’re talking about what actually matters when it comes to babies and safer sleep - what’s myth, what’s evidence-based, and what could make all the difference.

Because safer sleep shouldn’t feel like a guessing game.

 

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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The Truth About Stretch and Sweeps with Midwife Pip  

If you’ve been offered a stretch and sweep, or heard people say “just get a sweep and it’ll start labour,” this episode is for you.

In this episode, Midwife Pip explains exactly what a stretch and sweep (also called a membrane sweep) is, how it works in the body, what the research actually shows about its effectiveness, and how to decide whether it’s right for you, without pressure.

We talk honestly about when sweeps are more likely to help, when they often don’t, what they can feel like, potential downsides, and the importance of informed consent. This isn’t about saying yes or no, it’s about understanding your options so you can feel steady and confident in your decision.

Calm, evidence-based guidance for late pregnancy, induction decisions, and informed choice.

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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Leaking Urine in Pregnancy: What’s Normal and What Actually Helps - with Midwife Pip  

Leaking urine during pregnancy is incredibly common, but that doesn’t mean you have to just put up with it.

In this episode, Midwife Pip breaks down why leaking happens in pregnancy, what’s considered normal, what’s not, and what the evidence actually says helps. We explore why leaking isn’t always about a “weak pelvic floor”, the huge role pressure management plays, and the small changes that can make a real difference, even during pregnancy.

This is calm, clear, expert-led guidance designed to remove shame, reduce confusion, and help you feel more in control of your body during pregnancy. If you’ve ever leaked when coughing, sneezing, exercising, or standing up, this episode is for you.

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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