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The Gossip

The Gossip

De : Samantha O'Donovan and Mia Briski
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The Gossip is a candid, heart-led podcast created by Mia, a birth coach, and Sam, an occupational therapist, where real conversations meet embodied wisdom. We share honest stories and thoughtful dialogue about fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood, and the wider experience of being a woman. Rather than treating these seasons as problems to solve, we explore them as lived, relational experiences shaped by nervous systems, stories, seasons, and support. Drawing on our combined lenses of birth work and OT, we unpack what often goes unspoken—creating space for nuance, connection, and grounded understanding. This is the kind of “gossip” worth sharing: the conversations we wish more women had access to.

Samantha O'Donovan and Mia Briski 2025
Hygiène et vie saine Parentalité Psychologie Psychologie et psychiatrie Relations
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    • Planning for Pregnancy
      Feb 14 2026

      In this episode of The Gossip, Sam (OT) and Mia (birth coach) dive into planning for pregnancy with a grounded, evidence-informed lens. They explore the often-overlooked role of men in conception and placental health, unpack the importance of preconception supplements — including probiotics and their potential influence on GBS — and discuss how nutrients like folic acid may intersect with concerns such as tongue ties.

      The conversation also covers understanding cervical mucus as a sign of ovulation and learning to trust your body’s innate rhythms. Woven throughout is a candid reflection on self-regulation in real time — as both hosts navigated recording after a night of poor sleep — modelling the nervous system awareness they encourage in others. This episode is a thoughtful blend of science, embodiment, and practical guidance for those preparing to conceive.

      Please contact us to be a part of our podcast:

      Sam - sam@mbmot.com.au

      Mia - mia_briski@hotmail.com

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      35 min
    • From Puberty to Parenthood: The Weight of Womanhood
      Feb 4 2026

      Content warning: This episode includes discussion of self-harm and mental health challenges.

      In this deeply honest conversation, Sam (Occupational Therapist) and Mia (Birth Coach) reflect on the trials and tribulations of womanhood — starting from puberty and following the thread all the way into adulthood and motherhood.

      They speak candidly about:

      • The early experiences of puberty and the confusion, shame, and emotional upheaval that often come with it
      • Being prescribed the contraceptive pill at a young age, and how hormonal intervention is frequently used as a first (and sometimes only) solution
      • The mental health challenges many young women face, including anxiety, depression, and experiences of self-harm
      • How the medical system can default to “more pills” rather than deeper investigation, listening, or holistic care
      • The long-term impact this can have in adulthood — on mental health, identity, and trust in healthcare
      • The added layer of fear and responsibility that comes with raising daughters, and worrying about them navigating the same systems and struggles

      This episode is a reflective, compassionate look at how women’s bodies and emotions are often misunderstood or medicalised — and why listening, education, and better support matter so deeply.

      Find Sam at https://www.instagram.com/rewoven_matrescence_by_mbm/

      Find Mia at https://www.instagram.com/_theempoweredbirthexperience/

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      36 min
    • Pregnancy
      Jan 24 2026

      In this episode, Mia (birth coach) and Sam (occupational therapist) share their personal pregnancy journeys and the realities they experienced along the way. They discuss the therapies that supported them through pregnancy, including acupuncture, massage, exercise physiology, chiropractic care, pelvic floor physiotherapist and more.

      Together, they unpack practical strategies they used to support their bodies, manage both low and high blood pressure, navigate supplementation, and maintain wellbeing throughout pregnancy. This honest conversation blends professional insight with lived experience, offering reassurance and guidance for anyone currently pregnant or supporting someone who is.

      If you would like further support, please reach out to us at 📧 sam@mbmot.com.au or mia_briski@hotmail.com

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      39 min
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