Positive Pregnancy, Birth and Motherhood by Pop That Mumma founder of Birth Box and Oxytocin Bubble

The First 30 Days With Your Newborn: What You Need to Know With Hannah, The Bump and Baby Guru 28.08.2026 45min

Those early days with a newborn are such a big transition, both for you after the birth and for your baby as they move from womb to world.This week I'm joined by Hannah, from Motherhood Road, for a really great conversation about what to expect in those first days with your newborn. This is such valuable listening whether it's your first baby, second, or third.We discuss:Why seeing those first few weeks as the 'fourth trimester' can support you bothWhat to expect as your hormones shift after birthThe importance of protecting those early days with your babyThe meaning of 'matrescence', and accepting the new version of youWhat babies actually need in those early weeksPreparing for night two after your baby's birthRecognising your baby's hunger cuesFollow Hannah: https://www.instagram.com/motherhoodroad/Hannah's website: https://www.motherhoodroad.com/Follow Poppy: https://www.instagram.com/popthatmummaBirth Box: https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/

Raising Body-Confident Kids in a Body-Obsessed World with Molly Forbes 21.08.2026 47min

In this episode, I'm joined by journalist and author Molly Forbes, whose work is dedicated to helping families raise body-confident kids in a culture that constantly judges bodies.We talk about how early children absorb messages about body image, why diet culture often starts at home without us realising, and how the language we use around food, health and bodies can shape the way our children see themselves and others.Molly shares practical ways parents can build a positive body culture at home, support kids when they face comments about their bodies, and help them grow into compassionate, confident thinkers in a world full of mixed messages.A thoughtful and empowering conversation for anyone raising children.Molly’s Books:“Every Body”https://amzn.eu/d/0aFLhbdj“Body Happy Kids”https://amzn.eu/d/0a14wlhfLInk to Molly’s Not For Profit: https://www.bodyhappyorg.com/Follow Molly: https://www.instagram.com/mollyjforbes/Follow Poppy: https://www.instagram.com/popthatmumma/

From a 36 Hour Labour to a 2 Hour Water Birth - Carrie Rad's Birth Story 14.08.2026 30min

In this episode, I'm speaking with Carrie Rad to hear the story of her beautiful, fast second birth, and how differently it played out compared to her long first labour.In this episode, we cover:- Why having a plan but staying flexible matters- How your second birth experience can be wildly different from your first- What to do if fear creeps in during birth- The power of affirmations for preparing your mind for birthA powerful and emotional episode for anyone preparing for birth and wanting to hear a real story of surrender, strength and surprise.Get birth ready with Birth Box (includes the full Oxytocin Bubble Album): https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/Or get the standalone album of tracks: https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/popthatmummaalbumofmeditationsFollow Carrie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CarrieRadInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrierad/Follow Poppy: https://www.instagram.com/popthatmumma/

Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series: Part 3 - Building Mental Resilience 07.08.2026 17min

Welcome to Part 3 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series.In the final part of this mini series, I'm sharing:Why building mental resilience mattersHow to cope with the struggles that may come with postpartumWhy we don't need to act on every thought that surfaces (and why asking AI can make this worse)How to deal with spiralling thoughts postpartum2 powerful strategies you can start practising nowTracks for motherhood:Sonic RoomsIf this episode has inspired you to start thinking about life after the birth and your postpartum plans, get my free Postpartum Planner, full of prompts and support to help you decide how you want those early days with your newborn to feel.Get the plannerIf you feel like you need more support:https://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/Follow Poppy: @popthatmumma

Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series: Part 2 - Matrescence 31.07.2026 12min

Welcome to Part 2 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series.When becoming a mother, especially for the first time, it can feel like you're suddenly having to become someone totally different.This huge identity shift is known as 'matrescence'. In this episode, I'm sharing what this felt like for me and how it may manifest for you; the physical, hormonal and emotional changes that come with becoming a mother.This is a topic I wish I knew more about before having my first, and so I hope this episode helps you navigate this huge change.Make sure to hit subscribe so you're notified when the final part of this mini series drops!Tracks for motherhood: Sonic RoomsIf this episode has inspired you to start thinking about life after the birth and your postpartum plans, get my free Postpartum Planner, full of prompts and support to help you decide how you want those early days with your newborn to feel.Get the planner

Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series: Part 1 - Bonding With Your Newborn 24.07.2026 10min

Welcome to Part 1 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series. This one's coming straight from the thick of my own postpartum with Adam.In this episode, I’m sharing: Why I put my phone in a drawer for the first 48 hours after Adam’s birthThe importance of protecting that newborn bubbleWhy you might not feel a bond straight away, and that's ok.The 'currency' of presence, and how to use it to your bonding advantageHit subscribe so you don't miss part two. It’s all about the identity shift that comes with becoming a mum and how to navigate it.If this has got you thinking about your own postpartum plans, my free Postpartum Planner is full of prompts to help you work out how you actually want those early days to feel.⁠Get the planner⁠Get my full album of tracks for motherhood:Sonic Rooms

Why The Birth Plan Isn't Enough: What Real Birth Preparation Actually Looks Like 17.07.2026 32min

Most women prepare for birth in their heads. But birth doesn't happen in your head.In this episode, I'm joined by Sally Ann Beresford - doula of 24 years, award-winning author, and host of The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast - for an honest conversation about what's actually missing from birth preparation.We unpack:Why a checklist birth plan isn't enough and why a 'birth manifesto' is a better ideaWhy knowing how you want to feel during labour matters more than what you want to happenHow to prepare your birth partner to actually support youWhy putting away the contraction timer might be the best thing you doThe difference between preparing for a home birth vs hospitalWhat physiological birth really means and why it's quietly disappearingWhy trusting your instincts matters Follow Sallyann Beresford on Instagram: @theultimatebirthpartnerFollow Poppy on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@popthatmumma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Birth Ready with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birth Box⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Is Induction Right For You? Everything You Need To Know with Carly Sandland 10.07.2026 35min

One in three women are now being induced. And most of them are going into it without the full picture.In this episode, I'm joined by doula and childbirth educator, Carly Sandland, to talk about one of the most important conversations in modern maternity care.Why the due date isn't actually evidence-based and where it came fromThe difference between absolute and relative riskHow to make sure induction is the right path for youThe importance of knowing your options and the alternatives to inductionWhy asking for your 'bishop score' mattersHow to make an induction a positive, empowering experienceWays to keep the oxytocin flowing throughout the processFind Carly at @thedoulaclubReady Birth Go, Carly's online birth prep courseFind Poppy at @popthatmummaBirth Box - the complete online hypnobirthing course

How to MELT into contractions 04.07.2026 10min

I coach you through exactly how to melt into a surge instead of fighting it.We'll practise this together in real time, dropping all that tension in your body and leaning into the experience. Because when you overcome any resistance and learn how to melt into the feeling, the effect on your experience is profound. Get the full hypnobirthing course Just after the Oxytocin Bubble Tracks? Get them HERE. Get my FREE Third Trimester Routine HERE

How To Advocate For Yourself During Pregnancy And Birth with Katie Jensen 03.07.2026 44min

In this episode I'm joined by doula Katie Jensen to talk about what advocacy actually looks like and why it has nothing to do with being difficult.Why starting birth prep as early as possible should be the normHow to decide on the birth you want and understand all your options along the wayWhat advocacy really means during pregnancy, labour and birthHow to handle any moment you feel pressured into a quick decision about your careWhy asking for a second opinion can change everythingFind Katie at @katiejensendoulaKatie’s Website: https://www.katiejensendoula.com/Find Poppy at @popthatmummaBirth Box - the complete online hypnobirthing courseOxytocin Bubble - hypnobirthing meditations for pregnancy and labour

Hollie & Marcus Positive Unmedicated Hospital Birth Story 26.06.2026 1t 19min

Listen to this birth story with your birth partner - it’s powerful, emotional, and full of practical gems. Thank you both SO much for joining us!! A beautifully positive hospital birth that’ll leave you feeling inspired, reassured, and ready.The course mentioned is Birth Box: The BirthBox Hypnobirthing CourseLoved by thousands, designed to get you ready.❤️Get my free third trimester routine here. Please note: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are for entertainment and general information only. They do not constitute medical, clinical, or professional advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have.

Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum with QUADRUPLETS with Taylah from The Glachan Quad Squad 19.06.2026 1t

In this incredible episode, Taylor shares the emotional rollercoaster of discovering she was carrying quadruplets, navigating a high-risk pregnancy, spending weeks in hospital, and delivering four babies in just three minutes via caesarean.From fear and uncertainty to overwhelming joy, this story is a powerful reminder of just how unpredictable birth can be.A big thank you to Take Five Aromatherapy for making this episode possible! Check out the wide range of ⁠pregnancy blends⁠ and use the code POPTHAT15 for 15% off the full range (including Poppy's favourite candle, the ⁠Calming Anchor⁠!!) Follow Taylah & The Quad Squad on Instagram: ⁠@theglachanquadsquadFollow Taylah & The Quad Squad on YouTubeFollow Poppy on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@popthatmumma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birth Box⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oxytocin Bubble⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Third Trimester Birth Prep Routine 18.06.2026 13min

FREE PDF. GUIDE with exact steps HEREI recorded this when I was pregnant with my third baby.One thing I hear all the time is: When should I start hypnobirthing? When should I start perineal massage? What should I actually be doing in the third trimester?So I break it all down in this podcast and walk you through exactly what I'd focus on and when.Hope it helps. ❤️

Sleep Track - Sonic Rooms PostPartum Album Taster 16.06.2026 24min

My new PP album is out and so many of you wanted a sample - so here it is!If you want the full album use the secret 30% discount code "PODS" - only found in this caption 🤫 Experience the calm:https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/sonicrooms

How to Speed Up Labour Naturally with Midwife Beth 12.06.2026 47min

In this episode I’m joined by midwife and mum of four Beth from The Bump to Baby Chapter to talk about one of the most common questions I get asked: how to speed up labour.We explore what can slow labour down, what can help it progress, baby positioning, biomechanics, oxytocin, cervical dilation and the difference between trying to force labour and creating the right conditions for it to flow.A really practical and reassuring conversation for anyone preparing for birth.A big thank you to Take Five Aromatherapy for making this episode possible! Check out the wide range of ⁠pregnancy blends⁠ and use the code POPTHAT15 for 15% off the full range (including Poppy's favourite candle, the ⁠Calming Anchor⁠!!) Follow Beth on Instagram: ⁠@thebumptobabychapterFollow Poppy on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@popthatmumma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birth Box⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oxytocin Bubble⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Grab⁠ Sonic Rooms

How Writing Can Help You Process Motherhood with Catrin Kemp 05.06.2026 45min

I’m joined by Catrin Kemp from New Mothers Circle to talk about the power of writing in motherhood and how putting words to your experience can help you process what you’re feeling.We explore journalling, reflection, identity shifts and why writing can be such a grounding tool during pregnancy, postpartum and early motherhood. This is a gentle, thoughtful conversation for any mother wanting to feel more connected to herself through the changes motherhood brings.A big thank you to Take Five Aromatherapy for making this episode possible! Check out the wide range of ⁠pregnancy blends⁠ and use the code POPTHAT15 for 15% off the full range (including Poppy's favourite candle, the ⁠Calming Anchor⁠!!) Follow Catrin on Instagram: ⁠@newmumswritingSubscribe to Catrin's Substack hereFollow Poppy on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@popthatmumma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birth Box⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oxytocin Bubble⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Grab⁠ Sonic Rooms

Meeting Charley: A Real Birth Box Mama’s Story - Hypnobirthing Course Experience 31.05.2026 11min

🎙️ This week on the podcast, I speak with Charley about her incredible birth experience—and how she used the Birth Box™ Hypnobirthing course to prepare.It was surreal meeting someone in person who had done Birth Box!We talk about fear, mindset, labour prep, and what really helped on the day.If you’re curious about the course that supported Charley through her labour, you can check it out here:https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthbox#hypnobirthing #birthpreparation #birthbox #positivebirth #labourtools #childbirtheducation #birthstory #physiologicalbirthPlease note: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are for entertainment and general information only. They do not constitute medical, clinical, or professional advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have.

The Birth Partner Episode Everyone Needs To Hear with Gordon from MANtenatal 29.05.2026 21min

What role does a birth partner REALLY play during labour?In this episode, I’m joined by Gordon from MANtenatal to talk about advocacy, oxytocin, men’s mental health and why birth partners can completely change a woman’s birth experience when they feel informed, confident and prepared.We unpack:- Why birth isn’t a “spectator sport”- How birth partners can advocate calmly in labour- The BRAIN tool for making informed decisions- Protecting oxytocin during birth- Practical ways to support women through contractions- Men’s mental health in the postpartum period- Why better birth education for dads is SO neededThis is such a powerful conversation and honestly one I’d really recommend listening to WITH your birth partner A big thank you to Take Five Aromatherapy for making this episode possible! Check out the wide range of ⁠⁠pregnancy blends⁠⁠ and use the code POPTHAT15 for 15% off the full range (including Poppy's favourite candle, the ⁠⁠Calming Anchor⁠⁠!!) Follow MANtenatal:Instagram: @mantenatalWebsite: www.mantenatal.comFollow Poppy on Instagram: @popthatmumma

The Harsh Realities Of The Maternity System & Breech Birth with Birthing Instincts & Midwife Blyss 22.05.2026 56min

What happens when you start questioning everything you've been taught and trained as an obstetrician inside one of the busiest hospitals in the world?This is a really powerful conversation with Dr Stuart Fishbein and Midwife Blyss Young where we unpack the harsh realities of the modern maternity system, and why so many women leave birth feeling traumatised, disconnected and disempowered.You'll especially love this if you've been told your baby is in the breech position! A big thank you to Take Five Aromatherapy for making this episode possible! Check out the wide range of ⁠⁠pregnancy blends⁠⁠ and use the code POPTHAT15 for 15% off the full range (including Poppy's favourite candle, the ⁠⁠Calming Anchor⁠⁠!!) Follow Dr Stu on Instagram: ⁠⁠@birthinginstinctsVisit Birthing Instincts online hereListen to the Birthing Instincts podcastFollow Midwife Blyss: @wovenmoon_Join the Patreon hereFollow Poppy on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@popthatmumma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birth Box⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oxytocin Bubble⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get⁠⁠ Sonic Rooms

Why Present Parenting Feels So Hard with Charlotte Mindel 15.05.2026 49min

In this episode, I’m joined by somatic therapist Charlotte Mindel to talk about why being a more present parent is not just about trying harder.We explore what really pulls us out of the moment, how stress and stored tension live in the body, why motherhood can bring so much to the surface, and what it means to come back to yourself.If you’ve ever felt distracted, agitated, emotionally elsewhere or guilty that you cannot fully switch off with your child, this conversation will help you feel understood.A big thank you to Tommee Tippee for making this episode possible! Check out the wide range of soothers ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ and use the code POPTHAT15 for 15% off until the end of June 2026.Follow Charlotte on Instagram: @the_embodied_motherFollow Poppy on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@popthatmumma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birth Box⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oxytocin Bubble⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get Sonic Rooms