First Pregnancy vs Second Pregnancy - Maternal Instincts, Preconception Care & Growing a Human

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore the journey from preconception through to pregnancy, motherhood and everything that changes along the way.We talk about the importance of preconception care, including key nutrients, thyroid health, lifestyle factors and why preparing your body before conception can help support both mum and baby. We discuss how fertility and pregnancy health begin long before a positive pregnancy test and why understanding your body can be such an important part of the process.Mo shares her experience of pregnancy and how different her second pregnancy has felt compared to her first. We chat about the physical realities of growing a human, navigating body changes, pregnancy symptoms and the unique challenges of being pregnant while already caring for a child.We also discuss managing health concerns between pregnancies, including Mo's experience with hypertension during her first pregnancy and the proactive steps she has taken to support her health during her second. We explore the balance between being informed without becoming overwhelmed, advocating for yourself and navigating pregnancy after experiencing complications the first time around.Along the way, we dive into maternal instincts, whether you can ever truly feel ready for a baby and the identity shifts that can begin long before birth. We discuss the importance of mental health during pregnancy, seeking support when needed and Mo's experience of working with a psychologist throughout pregnancy.We also have an honest conversation about breastfeeding and how every mother's experience can be completely different. From expectations and challenges to the emotional side of feeding a baby, we reflect on the pressure many women feel and the importance of remembering that there is no one "right" way to navigate motherhood.A conversation about preconception care, pregnancy, maternal instincts, breastfeeding, mental health, navigating previous pregnancy complications and the remarkable transformation that comes with bringing new life into the world.Support the show