Explore every episode of the podcast Labour of Love with Síomha Ní Ruairc

No matter how you give birth, having a positive experience is of utmost importance. That’s a firm belief of Síomha’s, which is why she’s invited homebirthing midwife Sarah McCann on to the podcast to chat about our choices during labour, how to advocate for ourselves and what to put on your birth plan. Expect to be called a goddess, and to leave the episode raring for a hypnobirth. You can register for Sarah's hypnobirthing antental course HereThis podcast shares general information about pregnancy, but it’s not medical advice. Everyone’s situation is different, so always check with your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider about any questions or concerns. Don’t rely on this podcast for medical decisions, and if you think you’re having a medical emergency, get help right away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One in five pregnant women will experience mental health difficulties during their pregnancy journey. Chief clinical psychologist of the Rotunda, Jillian Doyle, discusses the signs, when to ask for help and why your mental health is just as important as your physical health.  This podcast shares general information about pregnancy, but it’s not medical advice. Everyone’s situation is different, so always check with your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider about any questions or concerns. Don’t rely on this podcast for medical decisions, and if you think you’re having a medical emergency, get help right away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spin classes, core work and squats - oh my! If that all sounds a bit much - don't worry, us too. Niamh Buffini⁠ chats with Síomha about the official guidelines for exercise during pregnancy, when to prioritise rest and how exercise can help you prepare for labour. Also - get the leggings out, there's an interactive workout at the end of this podcast suitable for any trimester, which starts at 26:30. This podcast shares general information about pregnancy, but it’s not medical advice. Everyone’s situation is different, so always check with your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider about any questions or concerns. Don’t rely on this podcast for medical decisions, and if you think you’re having a medical emergency, get help right away.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From moving teeth and bleeding gums to vaginal mucus and restless legs - this week Síomha speaks to midwife Áine Hennessy about all of the weird and wonderful body changes that happen during and after pregnancy. Also - why midwives love when you poop during labour... This podcast shares general information about pregnancy, but it’s not medical advice. Everyone’s situation is different, so always check with your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider about any questions or concerns. Don’t rely on this podcast for medical decisions, and if you think you’re having a medical emergency, get help right away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode Síomha chats with Jess Willow, a Women's Health expert and Fertility & Pregnancy Dietitian (They’re also joined by Jess’ 4 month old, Maisy, who had LOTS to say on this topic too!). Síomha and Jess are eager to dispel any guilt expecting mams may hold around food, and Síomha is surprised by her unconscious bias around cravings! Also - vitamin D, folic acid and the rest. Find out what supplements an expert recommends during pregnancy.  You can follow Jess on Instagram or check our her website at willownutrition.ie This podcast shares general information about pregnancy, but it’s not medical advice. Everyone’s situation is different, so always check with your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider about any questions or concerns. Don’t rely on this podcast for medical decisions, and if you think you’re having a medical emergency, get help right away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Solicitor Michelle Loughnane joins Síomha to explain what exactly new mothers and fathers are entitled to in the workplace. They go through the difference between parental and parents leave, when to break the news to your bosses and whether you’re entitled to a longer lunch to squeeze in some pregnancy pilates... Síomha also discusses the difficulties with maternity leave for those who are self employed, and how that influenced her decision to step away from some work commitments earlier this year.  This podcast shares general information about pregnancy, but it’s not medical advice. Everyone’s situation is different, so always check with your doctor, midwife, or healthcare provider about any questions or concerns. Don’t rely on this podcast for medical decisions, and if you think you’re having a medical emergency, get help right away. https://cwb.ie/artist/labour-of-love-with-siomha-ni-ruairc-podcast/info Email; info@cwb.ie Instagram; ⁠⁠@siomhaniruairc ⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/labouroflovepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Labour of Love with Síomha Ní Ruairc is a 6 part mini series. Episode 1 launches Wednesday 03rd December https://cwb.ie/artist/labour-of-love-with-siomha-ni-ruairc-podcast/info Email; info@cwb.ie Instagram; ⁠@siomhaniruairc https://linktr.ee/labouroflovepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices