Best Hyperemesis Gravidarum Podcasts (2025)

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103 I How The Misery of HG Turned Into A Testimony of God's Love (with Allie Bathalon) [Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Home Birth, Faith Crisis] 52:51

10d ago52:51

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When you've been trying to conceive for months, and then you finally do, you think you’d be grateful for every part of pregnancy. But that’s rarely the case for a mom with Hyperemisis Gravardarium, also known as HG. When HG hit hard for Alexandria, not only did she lose a massive amount of weight in a short amount of time, but she lost her faith to…

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Steph Claire Smith – second baby, breech presentation, spontaneous labour, drug-free birth 54:21

14h ago54:21

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Today Steph Claire Smith returns to share her second birth experience with daughter Billie. After Harvey's induction at 41 weeks, Steph was determined to experience spontaneous labour this time around. Her journey included navigating a breech presentation, trying every trick in the book to encourage baby to turn, and ultimately achieving the birth …

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104 | Show Me Your Friends And I'll Show You Your Birth (with Christine Hollis) [Precipitous Labor, Hospital Birth, Birth Support] 33:47

3d ago33:47

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Have you ever tried to do something alone, when you knew God designed you to do it in community? Christine was looking for like-minded friends during her third pregnancy that she could be in deep relationship with, and God answered her prayers. So much so, He even gave her a doula through one of those friends, and thank Him that He did, for she was…

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564 | Celeste - Three very different births, Multiple sclerosis, induction, precipitous labour, mastitis 1:23:56

4d ago1:23:56

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Celeste's three births showcase dramatically different experiences within the same hospital system. Her first birth involved an induction that led to forceps delivery and NICU admission, her second was a precipitous labour where she dilated from 3cm to fully dilated in just 30 minutes, and her third was a planned induction that resulted in her drea…

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From Zero to Quads: A Wild Ride Through Quadruplets, Meltdowns & Massive Love - Taylah Tudehope-Glachan 1:04:29

10d ago1:04:29

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Before the chaos, she was Taylah — now she’s a powerhouse mum come accidental influencer with quadruplets with an eye-watering 14 million (and counting!) views online - authentically sharing her journey. In this episode, we dive into that moment she and Sean found out, her wild birth story, the real-life rollercoaster of raising quads in the spotli…

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563 | Hannah - two births, Vaginal Breech Birth, NICU Journey, and Raising Awareness About CMV in Pregnancy, infant loss. 1:28:57

10d ago1:28:57

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In this deeply moving episode, we speak with Hannah, a midwife and lactation consultant from the Southern Highlands, who shares her profound journey through two very different birth experiences. Hannah takes us through her first pregnancy with daughter Beatrix, including the unexpected discovery of a breech presentation, her decision to pursue vagi…

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#13 Writing, Ritual and Radical Self-Compassion with Tanja Pajevic 59:20

15d ago59:20

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In this soul-stirring episode, memoirist and book coach Tanja Pajevic joins Hannah for a rich and tender conversation about grief, healing, intergenerational trauma, and the power of writing (and dancing!) through life’s hardest moments. Tanja shares the profound impact of losing both her parents—her father in her twenties and her mother decades la…

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Every Twin or Multiples Mum Needs-To-Know - The Body and Mind-Saving Physio Insights (Whether Recent Mum or Not!) 57:16

17d ago57:16

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In this episode of the Hey There Thrivival podcast, host Emily Haigh interviews Jo Murdoch, a highly accredited pelvic health physio and multi-location physio owner who is also studying medicine and raising two daughters. They discuss the complexities of the female body, particularly during and after pregnancy, and emphasise the significance of pre…

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Fertility Facts with Dr. Barry Perlman, Board Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist 41:01

17d ago41:01

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In this episode, Materna Healthcare welcomes Dr. Barry Perlman, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist at Damien Fertility Partners. Known for his ability to translate complex medical topics into accessible, often humorous content, Dr. Perlman shares his philosophy of care and the importance of meeting patients where they are—whether in the…

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102 I The Incredible 1-Hour Labor (with Erin Hamrick) [Precipitous Labor, IGT, Accidental Free Birth] 57:16

17d ago57:16

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When your first labor is faster than lightning, what can you expect for your second? Well, apparently the same! Erin goes against the norm with her birth stories as you’ll hear today. She only full realized she was in labor for about fifteen minutes before she was holding her baby in her arms. She was physically alone, other than her toddler who wa…

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562 | Dr. Amber Hart on Building Breastfeeding Confidence and Holistic Postpartum Care 42:29

18d ago42:29

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In honour of World Breastfeeding Week today I sit down with Dr. Amber Hart, a Melbourne-based GP and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Dr. Hart shares her expertise on the realities of breastfeeding, the importance of antenatal education, and addresses the controversial rise in tongue tie diagnoses. Amber offers a refreshing persp…

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101 I Trusting That God Is Writing Your Story (with Mary Kathryn Long) [Postpartum Hemorrhage, Postpartum Depression, Miscarriage] 1:19:32

24d ago1:19:32

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We’re told first labors can be long, and on average, the first labor left undisturbed is roughly 25 hours long, but can you mentally prepare yourself for a 70 hour labor? That was Mary Kathryn’s experience, and I know it’s been the experience of many other first time moms out there. Making sure you have a solid care team around you from your husban…

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561 | Tessa - Two births, Darwin private hospital closures, advocating for birthing mothers 1:23:34

25d ago1:23:34

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In this powerful episode, lawyer and mother-of-two Tessa shares her contrasting birth experiences in Darwin, Northern Territory. Her first birth with daughter Frankie was everything she'd hoped for - a quick, low-intervention delivery at a private hospital with excellent postnatal care. But when she fell pregnant with her second daughter Millie, ev…

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Breastfeeding: Can You Breastfeed Twins, When to Prepare and Why, Weaning and So Much More! 37:21

29d ago37:21

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Your all-things breastfeeding, step-by-step, need to knows episode. When to prepare - in pregnancy or after birth and why? Can you breastfeed twins - is it possible? Days zero-plus, weaning, how partners can best support, her expert advice on the best products or services, as well as Emily's own personal story on becoming an unexpected mum to 5, af…

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100 I 100 QUICK TIPS & ADVICE for Pregnancy, Labor, Postpartum and Breastfeeding 42:26

1M ago42:26

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I asked and you answered! To celebrate our 100th episode, we are running through 100 quick tips for pregnancy, labor, postpartum and breastfeeding! Some of these you may have heard before, and some of them may be brand new to you. Whether you're pregnant or know somebody who is, please share this episode and spread the news about Surrendered Birth …

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560 | Sophie Pearce - HG across three pregnancies, PUPPs, doctor to podcaster, positive birth experiences 1:21:04

1M ago1:21:04

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In this episode, Sophie Pearce shares her transformative journey through three pregnancies complicated by severe hyperemesis gravidarum. Sophie opens up about her early miscarriage, the challenge of PUPPs during her first pregnancy, and how she navigated the transition from medicine to motherhood whilst dealing with significant pregnancy-related me…

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Sleep Safety Special with Loren Rushton - Sponsored by Bonds 23:53

1M ago23:53

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In this episode, we chat with Loren, a registered midwife turned sleep safety educator at Red Nose Australia. Loren shares her comprehensive journey from supporting families through pregnancy and birth to becoming a leading voice in SIDS prevention and safe sleep practices. This conversation is packed with practical, evidence-based guidance that ev…

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099 | Holding Fast To The Holy Spirit When Nothing Goes According to Plan (with Cre'Elle Campa) [Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, EDS Pregnancy, Emergency C-Section] 1:02:34

1M ago1:02:34

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When you’re told you need to be done having kids by the time you're 25, that can feel like a lot of pressure, especially when you haven’t even gotten married yet, but trusting God and His plans always surpasses trusting in the world. On top of that, when your experience in pregnancy and birth doesn’t go anything like you had planned, prepared for, …

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558 | Lisa - two births, hyperemesis gravidarum, COVID lockdown, induction, egg donation, physiological birth 57:02

1M ago57:02

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Lisa shares her profound journey through two vastly different birth experiences that ultimately shaped her perspective on motherhood and advocacy. From battling severe hyperemesis gravidarum during COVID lockdowns to experiencing a challenging induction and difficult postpartum period, Lisa's first birth was marked by isolation and trauma. However,…

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Early Pregnancy Symptoms: Morning Sickness, Spotting, Headaches, 59:30

1M ago59:30

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Summary In this episode of Pregnant-ish, hosts Kristen Williams and Kristin Mallon, CNM Certified Nurse Midwife delve into the complexities of early pregnancy, addressing common symptoms, concerns, and the importance of preconception care. They discuss the normalcy of spotting, cramping, nausea, and fatigue, while emphasizing the significance of hy…

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Katie 2 Births, Endometriosis, Inductions, Third-Degree Tear & Finding the Right Care Provider 1:05:34

2M ago1:05:34

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Katie takes us through her two contrasting birth experiences in Brisbane. After struggling with undiagnosed endometriosis for over a decade, Katie's journey to motherhood began with conception on just the second cycle. Her first birth at 41+4 weeks resulted in a rapid, intense labour following induction, culminating in a forceps delivery and third-…

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098 | Unexpected Turns and Unshakable Faith (with Matalin Russell) [Honeymoon Baby, Natural Birth, Birth Center to Hospital] 1:06:25

1M ago1:06:25

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Not many couples these days aim to get pregnant as soon as possible after marriage, but Matalin and Shane aren’t your average couple. With the understanding that children are blessings from God and wanting to have many of them, they were blessed to conceive on their honeymoon and start their family immediately. While that part of their plan worked …

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Cannabis Use and Pregnancy: What We Know 26:00

2M ago26:00

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In North Carolina, the legal landscape surrounding cannabis is increasingly complex, with readily available products like CBD, Delta 8, Delta 10, and THCA. While these may be marketed as "natural" alternatives, the unregulated nature of this market raises significant concerns about product purity and accurate labeling. Given the rising rates of can…

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An OBGYN's Role & Insights: Twin Pregnancy, Delivery, Postpartum Plus Partner Tips 40:56

2M ago40:56

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This weeks episode focuses on educating you on your medical team, led by an Obstetrician Gynaecologist (or OBGYN if you're based in America). If you're a new parent, expecting twins, triplets or multiples - our expert guest Dr. Sarah Lyons has delivered not only single babies, but also twins (including mine) and a few sets of triplets! Dr. Lyons is…

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097 | Not Your Average First-Time Birth Experience (with Mary Thackerson) [Surprise Pregnancy, Failed Birth Control, Home Birth] 34:23

2M ago34:23

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When you have a copper IUD in place, you don’t expect to get a positive pregnancy test. But, at 16 weeks along, that’s just what happened for Mary and her husband! The surprise you must feel at news like that, being told you’re four months pregnant, but also the peace you can feel knowing it was obviously God ordained! And then God blessed her with…

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556 | Corinne, Four births, intuitive birthing, pregnancy termination, Dr Lionel Steinberg 1:20:49

2M ago1:20:49

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In episode 556 Corinne shares her complete journey to motherhood - from a difficult early pregnancy loss overseas to welcoming four beautiful children. Coming from a family of seven, Corinne always knew she wanted multiple children and to start young. Her story encompasses the complexity of early relationships, making difficult decisions, and ultim…

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555 | Tarrah Jordan, IVF Journey, velamentous cord insertion (VCI), caesarean 1:10:28

2M ago1:10:28

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Tarrah shares her remarkable three-year journey from trying to conceive naturally to welcoming her miracle IVF baby, Aspen. After starting to try for a family in September 2021, Tarrah and her husband Alexander faced the heartbreak of unexplained infertility, leading them through 10 rounds of IVF, pregnancy loss, and ultimately to their beautiful s…

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096 | Don't Miss The Miracles! (with Cayla and Joel Krop) [Water Birth, Home Birth, Natural Birth] 1:13:14

2M ago1:13:14

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When your first two birth experiences are filled with lots of prodromal labor and a very slow going dilation process, you should expect the same for your third, right? Wrong! Often third babies are called “wild cards” for a reason, they typically are different from your first couple of times, and that was very much the case this time for Cayla. Hea…

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554 | Ria regional midwife, two births, microcephaly, diagnostic journey, postpartum depression, resilience 1:15:58

2M ago1:15:58

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In this deeply moving episode, midwife and mother Ria shares her journey through motherhood with her daughter Olive, who has a rare genetic condition. Ria's story is one of resilience, advocacy and the profound love that comes with parenting a child with additional needs. If you’re preparing your nursery or planning for a new arrival, here’s a litt…

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Hyperemesis gravidarum 28:23

2M ago28:23

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Pregnancy sickness is a spectrum: while most women experience some degree of pregnancy sickness, hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a severe form at the extreme end of the spectrum. It affects about 3% of pregnancies and it can involve serious physical and psychological complications. In this episode we think about HG from our perspective as perinatal …

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095 | The Importance of a Family Vision -- Father's Day Special 2025 (with Christopher Heeter) 34:35

2M ago34:35

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In this heartfelt and insightful Father's Day episode, Kayla chats with a very special guest (her husband, Chris!) for a candid conversation about the power of having a family vision. Together, they explore how setting intentional vision direction as a family can foster deeper connection, clarity, and unity towards building the Kingdom of God TOGET…

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553 | Rebecca's Three Positive MGP births, Mercy Hospital 56:57

2M ago56:57

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In this episode, Rebecca shares her journey of having three children in quick succession, all with positive hospital birth experiences. As a high school teacher and mother to Theo (3), Reuben (18 months), and Josie (6 weeks), Rebecca's story highlights how knowledge, preparation, and the right care provider can make all the difference in birth expe…

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Hyperemesis Gravidarum Warrior Turned Mentor with Dr. Kathryn Heimos 38:03

2M ago38:03

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KeywordsHyperemesis Gravidarum, HG, pregnancy, maternal health, mental health, support systems, advocacy, early pregnancy care, emotional wellbeing, healthcare challenges SummaryIn this episode of Pregnant-ish, host Kristen Williams speaks with Kathryn Heimos, a two-time survivor of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). Kathryn shares her personal journey t…

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New Dad or Partner: Top Parenting Tips, Navigating Pregnancy and Beyond - with Brendan Smith 28:36

2M ago28:36

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Are you a partner or dad looking to learn top parenting tips from other dads and partners? Perhaps you have one and just found out twins are on the way! Todays guest is Brendan Smith, a dad of 3. First, he had and his wife Christie, had their son Oscar, then surprise they got lucky with twin girls! Brendan shares his insights on what it’s like to b…

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552| Ali's Birth Stories Preeclampsia, Maternal Assisted Caesareans, and Breastfeeding Journeys 1:04:31

2M ago1:04:31

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Ali shares her journey of having two daughters via maternal-assisted caesarean births due to preeclampsia. Ali lives in Melbourne's inner west with her husband Brad and their daughters Evie (3.5) and Iris (9.5 months). Ali conceived Evie quickly and had a relatively smooth pregnancy until around 30-32 weeks when her blood pressure began rising. "My…

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094 | Choosing Unmedicated Birth After Three Epidurals (with Kelsie) [Natural Labor, Hospital Birth, Pain Management] 1:08:44

2M ago1:08:44

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When you’ve had three medicated births that all went more or less smoothly, why on earth would you decide on an unmedicated birth for your fourth? Today Kelsie will share with us her four birth stories, all of which have lessons of their own, but she was amazed to see the difference having an unmedicated birth had in not only her reliance on the Lo…

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