First Time Mums Podcast

Hi all, welcome to Toddlers Part 3 where I talk about my experiences as a toddler parent, the fun moments, the exciting moments and the not so great moments.Leave a comment or DM me on instagram if you would like to share your experiences.Some helpful resources;Toddlers play & learning | Raising Children NetworkPedestrian safety & road safety for kids | Raising Children NetworkThe BEST Playdough Recipe - The Best Ideas for KidsToddlers safety | Raising Children Network

Toddlers! Aren't they fun? Let's talk more about toddlers and all the laughs and chellenges they bring for us as parents.Here are some helpful links and products, mentioned in today's podcast episode.6-Pack Child Proof Locks for Cabinet Doors, Drawers, Fridge, Toilet Seat, Dishwasher, Trash Can, Cupboard - 3M - No Drilling - Child Safety Locks for Cabinets and Drawers - Baby Proofing Cabinets Lock : Amazon.com.au: Baby12-Pack Heavy-Duty Anti-Tip Furniture Straps - Inaya - Home Furniture Wall Anchors for Baby Proofing Dressers, Cabinets, Closets, Bookshelves and TVs - Child Safety Earthquake Secure Mount Anchors : Amazon.com.au: BabyBABELIO Metal Baby/Dog Gate 29''-48'' Auto Close Extra Wide Pet Barrier for Stairs & Doorways, Pressure Mounted Walk Thru Child Door, NO Need Tools and Drilling, with Wall Cups : Amazon.com.au: Baby20 Pack Corner Protector Baby, Table Corner Protectors for Baby Guards Clear for Furniture Corner Protectors Proof Covers Baby Safety : Amazon.com.au: BabyToddler activities printable - Etsy Australia40+ Super Easy Toddler Activities - Busy Toddler

Hi all, hope you had a good weekend! A late episode but we are finally here. This episode is all about toddlers, being toddler parents, toddler mums, toddler dads and the endless chaos. This series of toddler episodes will probably be some of my most favourite and fun episodes. Some useful links: Development milestones - your child 18 to 24 months | Pregnancy Birth and BabyToddlers (1-3 years) | Raising Children NetworkMoPA: Museum of Play and Art37 Best Indoor Play Centres in Melbourne | TOT: HOT OR NOT

Hi all, welcome to Part 2 of changes that come with parenthood.Parenting is tough especially as first time parents so lets look after each other and seek help if we need to. But most importantly lets laugh about it together because Humour is the best medicine. I'm excited to be back !Positive parenting | Pregnancy Birth and BabyControlling your anger as a parent | Pregnancy Birth and BabyParental anxiety in the toddler years | Pregnancy Birth and BabyAdjusting to the challenges of parenthood

Hi all, Happy Easter! I hope you all have a lovely break. Enjoy this Podcast episode about changes that come with parenthood, both good and bad. Next week I will bring you Part 2 as there was so much left to talk about.

Hi mums and dads! Sometimes settling into parenthood can take some time especially as a first time parent so this episode is dedicated to you, trying to find that balance.Also check out my business page! Vish N Co :Vish N Co (@vish_n_co) • Instagram photos and videos

Hi all, in this episode we discuss my failed childcare attempt for my daughter. Here are some resources to help you pick the right childcare for your precious little munchkin: National Quality Standard | ACECQA Child care in Australia: getting started | Raising Children Network Child care in Australia: a guide | Raising Children Network Child Care Subsidy | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Child care - what are my options? | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)

Hi all, in this episode we talk about safe sleeping standards recommended by Red Nose. Here are a few links to read about safe sleeping, i found them incredibly helpful. Safe sleep environments for babies | Raising Children Network Safe Sleeping Practices for Newborns | Red Nose Australia Why should you sleep your baby on their back? | Red Nose Australia What is a Safe Sleeping Environment? | Red Nose Australia Safe sleeping to reduce SUDI & SIDS risk | Raising Children Network Safe sleep for babies | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)

Hi All, Today's episode is a mash up of caring for your baby/toddler when it comes to trimming nails, cutting their hair and feeding them. Toddlerhood is a lot different to caring for baby. Let me know what you think about this episode in the comments. See you again soon.

Hi all, it has been a while since my last episode dropped but in this episode I talk about the anxieties of going out with your baby for the first time and how to plan better to enjoy going out and travelling with your child as a first time parent. Some helpful links: 1) Baby carrier 2) Ergo baby carrier 3) Pram 4) Stroller 5) Planning holidays with kids | Raising Children Network 6) Family travel with kids: plane, bus, train | Raising Children Network

Hi all, today we talk about baby sleep patterns and wake windows. How to get through sleep pattern changes and how every bub is different. Some helpful resources: Newborn sleep: what to expect | Raising Children Network Sleep & sleep cycles: babies, kids, teens | Raising Children Network Bedtime routines: babies, children & teens | Raising Children Network Bedtime fading & earlier bedtimes for kids | Raising Children Network Baby sleep patterns by age | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)

Hi all, in this episode we discuss baby's growth and development and how to raise your concerns with your health care providers. Some helpful resources: 1) Babies development | Raising Children Network 2) Babies sleep | Raising Children Network 3) Your baby’s growth and development – first 12 months | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) 4) Development milestones - your child 12 to 18 months | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)

Hi all, today's episode is about first-time parents' jitters, identity change and a newborn's point of view (POV). We often wander what our cute baby might be feeling and thinking. This episode was created to provide new parents with support and reassurance in the postpartum days. Some useful links: 1) Bonding and attachment: newborns | Raising Children Network 2) Common worries and fears for parents - parental anxiety | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)

This episode is all about skin care routines, products, issues and other questions that might come up as a first-time parent such as bath time and nappy changes. Buy Ego QV Baby Moisturising Cream 500g Online at Chemist Warehouse® Eczema in babies, children and teenagers | Raising Children Network Dry skin: children and teenagers | Raising Children Network Eczema in children | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Bathing your newborn | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Washing your baby | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Baby bath time: steps to bathing a baby | Raising Children Network Changing nappies: step-by-step guide | Raising Children Network Cloth nappies & disposable nappies | Raising Children Network

This week's episode I chat with Doula Ney! A doula is a non-medical companion who can help support you before, during and after childbirth. You can read about and find Ney here: Facebook Ney Kelegouris - Doula | South East Melbourne (@yourdoulaney) • Instagram photos and videos Ney Kelegouris – Student Doula - Doula Training Academy

This weeks episode is about Mastitis. You'll hear about my story and tips and tricks to prevent mastitis and how to manage it if you do get mastitis. I discuss what to expect if you get hospitalized with mastitis. Some helpful links: Mastitis | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Breast engorgement | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Relieving breast engorgement | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Sore, cracked or bleeding nipples | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Mastitis, blocked duct & breast abscess | Raising Children Network

Welcome to today's episode where I interview my dearest friend Olivia and she shares her story and experiences as a first time mum. If you have questions for Olivia send me a message via your podcast host or DM me on instagram.

Today's episode is a continuation of last week's episode of feeding a newborn/infant in the first few months. This weeks episode has a few more tips and tricks. Some helpful links for this week's episode: Colic in babies: what it is & what to do | Raising Children Network Newborn crying & colic | Raising Children Network Crying: babies | Raising Children Network Birthing mothers: first weeks of parenting | Raising Children Network Baby cues & baby body language: a guide | Raising Children Network

This episode is all about feeding your baby in the newborn stage and up to 12 months of age. Find some handy tips, tricks and advice. Share your feeding journey with me on instagram! Some helpful tips: 1) Newborns breastfeeding & bottle-feeding | Raising Children Network 2) Breastfeeding, bottle-feeding & solids | Raising Children Network 3) Babies sleep | Raising Children Network 4) How your baby gains weight | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) 5) Feeding your baby | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)

Hello mums and dads, today's episode is about baby blues, postnatal depression and anxiety. I hope you find my experience and tips helpful, and I hope the links I provide will be helpful to you. If you are currently going through this, you are not alone, and you'll get through it. Seek help if you feel like you need some support, don't wait. Helpful links: 1) Jaundice in babies - Better Health Channel 2) Antenatal & postnatal depression | Raising Children Network 3) Antenatal & postnatal depression: partners | Raising Children Network 4) Birthing mothers: first weeks of parenting | Raising Children Network 5) Antenatal & postnatal anxiety: what to do | Raising Children Network 6) PANDA’s National Perinatal Mental Health Helpline 7) Baby blues | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) 8) Mum's first few days after giving birth | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) 9) Birth Trauma – Australasian Birth Trauma Association 10) Perinatal Depression & Anxiety Helpline - PND | ForWhen (forwhenhelpline.org.au)

Today's episode is very special, my husband is sharing his experience as a first time dad. I hope you find his experience relatable and fun. Send us a voice message so we can add it to the next episode. Some resources for this week: 1) Dads | PANDA 2) Dad's guide to fatherhood | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) 3) Fathers | Raising Children Network 4) Pregnancy for partners | Raising Children Network

Hi, this episode is a continuation from last week's episode and I have kept it short. But you have a lot of homework this week because I have heaps of resources for you. Microwave Steriliser - Kmart Medela Breast Milk Storage Bags 25 Pack | BIG W Whooping cough - Better Health Channel Childhood immunisation - Better Health Channel Baby blues | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Mum's first few days after giving birth | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Birthing mothers: first weeks of parenting | Raising Children Network

This episode is about the experiences and thoughts new parents go through in the first few weeks and months with a newborn. I have some tips and tricks for you to navigate it a bit better and things that I could have done better. Helpful links: Raising Children Network Support for parents | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Better Health Channel - Better Health Channel Lactation cookies - Milky Goodness | Supporting Breastfeeding Mothers Birth, Baby & Beyond | Podcast on Spotify First Time Parents Podcast | Podcast on Spotify

That first 24 hours with a newborn flies by. But here are some things you might experience and worry about. Im here to reassure you and here are some handy links for more info and tools. Baby's first 24 hours | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Mum's first 24 hours after birth | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au) Direct to boot | Now open (woolworths.com.au) Baby Tracker - Newborn Log on the App Store (apple.com)

This episode is all about the packing list for the hospital. Have you got everything ready for the baby to arrive? If not run to the store and get ready! Here are some useful links to products I have mentioned in the episode: 1.   Nipple cream: Buy Lansinoh HPA Lanolin 15g Online at Chemist Warehouse® 2.   Hydrogel breast disc: Buy Rite Aid Hydrogel Breast Discs 12 Pack Online at Chemist Warehouse® 3.   Adult diapers: Buy Tena Pants Night Large 12 Pack Online at Chemist Warehouse® 4.   Sleeping bags newborns: Newborn & Swaddling | Stage 1 Development | Love To Dream AU 5.   Nipple shields: Nipple shields | Australian Breastfeeding Association 6.    Expressing colostrum: Expressing colostrum before baby is born | Australian Breastfeeding Association

This episode is about Episiotomy -a surgical cut made at the opening of the vagina during childbirth, to aid a difficult delivery and prevent rupture of tissues. It's about my experience, after care and how to have a better experience. Links to check out: ⁠Episiotomy | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)⁠ ⁠Amazon.com.au : peri bottle

This episode discusses gestational diabetes, labour induction and child birth. Here is a link for medical information about labour induction : Induction of labour | The Royal Women's Hospital (thewomens.org.au)