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  • A chat with Niall from Steel City Dads

    A chat with Niall from Steel City Dads
    Jun 3 2024
    Niall and I had chatted about the service provided by Steel City Dads and how it can be accessed. We also shared common issues faced by dads in pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. SteelCityDads@zestcommunity.co.uk If you would like to get in touch with us at Light, give us a call on 0114 438 8962, a text on 07843 893995, send an email to contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk or check out the website at lightpeersupport.org.uk
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    28 min
  • Food intolerances triggered by birth.

    Food intolerances triggered by birth.
    May 1 2024
    Nicola shared her experience of gluten intolerance that developed after the birth of her first baby. We talked about the signs and symptoms as well as the emotional impact this had on her in the early days motherhood. Nicola explained how isolating this experience was and still can be at times. If you would like to get in touch with us at Light, give us a call on 0114 438 8962, a text on 07843 893995, send an email to contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk or check out the website at lightpeersupport.org.uk
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    30 min
  • Bronwyn shares her journey to parenthood whole navigating a very turbulent relationship.

    Bronwyn shares her journey to parenthood whole navigating a very turbulent relationship.
    Apr 24 2024
    Bronwyn shared her experience of pregnancy and parenthood while navigating a very turbulent relationship. We discussed how specific events impacted her mental health and how her mental health impacted her choices. Bronwyn candidly shares her toxic relationship with her daughter's dad, her disconnect to her daughter as a baby, her relationship with her parents, the hard decisions she has had to make and meeting her now husband and navigating her family set up. Thank you so much Bronwyn for being so vulnerable and brave in today's episode. ❤️ If you would like to get in touch with us at Light, give us a call on 0114 438 8962, a text on 07843 893995, an email to contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk or check out the website at lightpeersupport.org.uk
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    44 min
  • A chat with Karen, family engagement lead for the neonatal network in Yorkshire and Humber.

    A chat with Karen, family engagement lead for the neonatal network in Yorkshire and Humber.
    Jan 29 2024
    Karen and I chatted about the world of neonatal care, an area that is often unspoken about and many are completely unaware of. The emotional impact of having a poorly baby can be extremely isolating. There are also many practical things that need to be considered, which Karen explained. If you would like to get in touch with us at Light, give us a call on 0114 438 8962, a text on 07843 893995, an email to contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk or check out the website at lightpeersupport.org.uk
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    50 min
  • A chat with Jen Cook on hypnobirthing.

    A chat with Jen Cook on hypnobirthing.
    Jan 22 2024
    Jen and I, both hypnobirthing and antenatal teachers, chatted about what hypnobirthing is, how we discovered amd used it, the common misconceptions and all things birth.
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    59 min
  • A chat with Aitch from SYEDA about body image.

    A chat with Aitch from SYEDA about body image.
    Jan 15 2024
    Aitch and I discussed body image and the work she does with SYEDA, South Yorkshire Eating Disorders Association. We chatted about our own personal struggles with body image and self-esteem and how society has played into that. We also covered the physical and emotional changes that happen during conception, pregnancy, birth and parenthood. During the episode I mentioned a podcast that I found helpful when struggling with fertility. The link if below. https://open.spotify.com/show/0asKcUlyUw5ibJoWIRUMW4?si=wpGDXehSThK9ip2e9KSoGw If you would like to get in touch with us at Light, give us a call on 0114 438 8962, a text on 07843 893995, an email to contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk or check out the website at lightpeersupport.org.uk
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    50 min
  • A chat with Samantha Maloy, specialist pelvic floor midwife.

    A chat with Samantha Maloy, specialist pelvic floor midwife.
    Dec 18 2023
    Samantha and I chatted about her role as a specialist pelvic floor midwife and how she supports women. We discussed the common issues many women can face in pregnancy and in the postnatal period and where they can find support. Samantha discussed a new app available, where resources and info can be easily accessed. Samantha kindly provided her email address for anyone who feels they could benefit from the service she offers. samantha.moley@ngs.net
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    46 min
  • A chat with Lauren and Lauren from Fit Rovers families.

    A chat with Lauren and Lauren from Fit Rovers families.
    Dec 18 2023
    Lauren and Lauren have been doing amazing work providing pre and post natal fitness classes for free. They focus on providing support for physical and emotional wellbeing. This work has also been recognised after it won the EFL League 2 Community Project of the Year. If anyone would like to know more about the work Lauren ans Lauren have been doing or to book on a project, their contact details are below. 07523905254 or 01302662565 fitfamilies@clubdoncasterfoundation.co.uk
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    24 min