In today's episode, I chatting to Anna Mathur about how to stop snapping during those exhausting newborn days. We chatted why it happens, how to stop it and how to give yourself some grace.

How to Stop Snapping at the People You Love (As Well As the Ones You Don’t): A compassionate guide to rage, regulation and repair by Anna Mathur is available for pre-order now (publishing 2nd July 2026 by Penguin Life). Pre-order here

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o 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List

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In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m joined by Sava, a wedding planner based in Texas, who recently welcomed her first baby.

We chat about her journey into motherhood, from pregnancy and preparing for birth to the realities of those early postpartum days. Sava shares how her love of planning meaningful moments shaped her approach to birth, and reflects on the emotional shift into becoming a mum for the first time.

This is a warm, honest conversation that’s perfect if you’re expecting your first baby or love hearing real birth stories.

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o 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confident going into birth. Explore here.

o 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services

o 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses

o ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here

o 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List

o 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here

o 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here

o 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest

o 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer

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In this episode, I’m joined by Christine, a first-time mum in her late 30s, joining us from Canada.

Christine shares her journey of discovering hypnobirthing at a time when it wasn’t widely known in her circle, and what it was like navigating scepticism from those around her while choosing a different path for her birth.

We talk about the importance of trusting your instincts, finding confidence in your choices, and preparing for birth in a way that feels right for you—even when it goes against the norm.

This is a really honest and reassuring conversation for anyone who’s ever questioned their decisions or felt unsure about going against the grain.

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o 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confident going into birth. Explore here.

o 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services

o 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses

o ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here

o 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List

o 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here

o 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here

o 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest

o 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer

o ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here

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In today's episode I chat through what to expect from a caesarean section. Whether its planned or unplanned, I do a little walk through and give some tips on how to prepare.

Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confident going into birth. Explore here.

Book Recommendation - Why Caesarean Matters

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o 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services

o 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses

o ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here

o 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List

o 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here

o 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here

o 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest

o 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer

o ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here

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In today's episode I chat with Rebecca about what led to her unplanned caesarean. She talks us through the preparation she did for birth and how her birth experience ended up being so positive despite a change in plans.

If you are enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, share and leave a review.

Resources & Links

o 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services

o 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses

o ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here

o 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List

o 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here

o 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here

o 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest

o 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer

o ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here

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In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m talking all about induction, what it really means, why it might be offered, and what I believe every parent should know before making a decision.

Induction is one of the most common interventions in maternity care, and many people are offered it at some point during pregnancy. But something I hear time and time again is that parents didn’t fully understand what induction involved, or that they didn’t realise they had options.

So this episode is here to gently guide you through it.

Resources & Links

o 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services

o 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses

o ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here

o 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List

o 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here

o 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here

o 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest

o 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer

o ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here

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In today's episode, I spoke to listener Hannah about her experience with hypnobirthing and how it calmed her anxiety around birth. Hannah shares the story of her first birth.

Thanks so much Hannah for sharing your story. I hope anyone dealing with birth anxiety finds this episode useful.

Resources & Links

o 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services

o 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses

o ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here

o 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List

o 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here

o 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here

o 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest

o 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer

o ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here

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In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I break down some of the most common myths surrounding birth, and gently challenge the messages so many parents hear during pregnancy.

From dramatic TV portrayals to well-meaning but often frightening stories from others, it’s easy to feel anxious about what birth might be like. But how much of what we hear is actually true?

This episode is all about separating myth from reality, so you can approach your birth feeling calmer, more informed, and more confident.

Resources & Links

o 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services

o 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses

o ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here

o 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List

o 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here

o 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here

o 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest

o 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer

o ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here

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