The Kick Pregnancy Podcast

I started listening right after falling pregnant. This is my second pregnancy but my first was 16 years ago and not only am I older but now a type 1 diabetic. I wanted to learn as much as possible. In 2 weeks I’ve listened to nearly every episode. I love how Dr Pat sounds so genuine and kind whilst also providing factual information. Brigid’s wonderful voice bring together the episodes with her real life experience and focus on woman’s health and wellbeing make it all the better!

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I find this podcast so helpful as I’m preparing for my first pregnancy, however I was disappointed by today’s episode about training during pregnancy. The coach being interviewed was not a professional in anything and could not give sound evidence or facts about the safety of exercise while pregnant. The information was basically: ‘do what you feel like doing’ and ‘you should ask your obstetrician’. I like this podcast due to the accurate and current medical information, but I feel like today’s episode dropped the ball a bit.

I have been listening to Brigid and Dr Pats podcast right from the start for the last month, and I absolutely love all the information and context provided. The balance of perspectives between the OB and actual mumma works so well, it’s like Brigid is asking all the questions we are thinking while Pat explains the possible decisions and the why. I’m currently undergoing IVF treatment as a solo parent, and had some questions about my menstrual cycle and how this integrates with the medications I’m on… what do you know? The “all about the menstruation cycle” episode popped up next and really helped me understand some things I hadn’t had a chance to talk to my FS about yet. It’s all so relevant, lovely to listen to, and really gives me comfort during my journey to motherhood in preparation for pregnancy. Keep it up!