Positive Pregnancy, Birth and Motherhood by Pop That Mumma founder of Birth Box and Oxytocin Bubble

Breastfeeding is a learned skill, and understanding what’s normal can change everything.
In this episode of Pop That Mumma, I sit down with lactation consultant Lucy Weber to discuss the real challenges of breastfeeding that nobody warned us about.
We unpack the emotional and hormonal rollercoaster that comes with your breastfeeding journey, why pain during breastfeeding is never normal (and what to do about it), and the importance of skin-to-skin contact in those crucial early days. Lucy shares her expert insights on common breastfeeding issues like mastitis, tongue tie, and latching difficulties, plus practical solutions that actually work. We also cover colostrum harvesting, hand expressing techniques every mum should know, and why personalised postpartum support makes all the difference.
This episode is packed with evidence-based advice and honest conversation about what breastfeeding really looks like. If you've ever struggled with feeding routines, felt overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or simply want to feel more prepared for your breastfeeding experience, this episode is for you.
You can find out more about Lucy and her work here.
A special thanks to our sponsor, For The Creators. You can find a link to their website here. Don’t forget to use the code POPPY at checkout for 20% off.
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Routine Childbirth Interventions Explained: Everything You Need To Know
Childbirth in a Modern World: Tapping Into Your Wild Side And Training For Instinctive Birth

What if birth isn’t something to fear… but something your body already knows how to do?
In this episode of Pop That Mumma, I’m chatting with Krisha Crossley about tapping into your wild side and what it means to prepare for a physiological, natural birth in the modern world.
We talk honestly about how pregnancy today can leave so many women feeling anxious, disconnected, and scared of their own bodies, and why that makes instinctive birth feel so out of reach.
We cover movement, breathing, mindset, why dilation isn’t the full story, and how approaching labour with an almost athletic mindset can completely change the experience.
If you want to find out more about Krisha you can find her on social media and her website.
Listeners can use code POPTHATMUMM for a discount on her course.
A special thanks to our sponsor For The Creators. You can find a link to their website here. Don’t forget to use the code POPPY at checkout for 20% off.

Want to hear more? Check out our other episodes
Routine Childbirth Interventions Explained: Everything You Need To Know 
Body- Led Birth Plan: My Plan For Third Birth

What should you expect when interventions are suggested during labour?
In this episode, I'm joined by Midwife Vic to explore routine childbirth interventions, your right to informed consent, and how preparation can help you feel confident, calm, and empowered during labour.
We cover interventions such as membrane sweeps, vaginal examinations, and fetal monitoring, alongside the role of birth preparation. Midwife Vic shares practical guidance to help women understand risks, benefits, alternatives and why asking why matters.
This episode is for anyone wanting to approach childbirth feeling informed, prepared, and confident.
You can find out more about Midwife Vic and her work here
A special thanks to our sponsor, For The Creators. You can find a link to their website here. Don’t forget to use the code POPPY at checkout for 20% off.
Want to hear more? Check out our other episodes:
Body-Led Birth Plan: My Plans for third birth 
Do the Inner Work! Why Birth Prep Is More Than Just a Plan
Vaginal Examinations in Labour: What You Need to Know

In this episode, I talk about my body-led birth plan and why trusting your internal wisdom is one of the most important parts of birth preparation.
A body-led birth plan is not a list of rules or demands.
It’s a framework that puts your body, instincts, and physiology at the centre of decision-making during labour and birth.
Rather than trying to control how birth unfolds, a body-led birth plan focuses on creating the conditions your body needs to birth well.
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In this episode, I sit down with doula Bonnie Walker, who’s been supporting families for over 23 years. We dive into how birth has shifted over the decades.
Bonnie brings a wealth of experience and shares what she’s learnt and why there truly isn’t one “right” way to give birth.
It’s an inspiring, down-to-earth conversation about birth, the body, and the many beautiful and unpredictable paths people take to meet their babies.
You can find out more about Bonnie and her work here.

Please note: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are for entertainment and general information only. They do not constitute medical, clinical, or professional advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have.

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Vaginal Examinations in Labour: What You Need to Know
Do The Inner Work: Why Birth Prep is More Than Just a Plan
Christine's Positive Hospital Birth Story