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

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 episodesRoutine 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 hereA 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 PlanVaginal 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.LINKS -https://popthatmumma.carrd.co/

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.Want to hear more? Listen to our other episodes!Vaginal Examinations in Labour: What You Need to KnowDo The Inner Work: Why Birth Prep is More Than Just a PlanChristine's Positive Hospital Birth Story

What if your birth could feel calm, informed, and truly empowering, even if fear is where your journey begins? In this episode, Christine shares her transformational positive birth story, revealing how she went from deep anxiety about childbirth to a confident, grounded, and life-changing labour journey.Through mindset work, hypnobirthing, and using Birth Box, Christine overcame fear and embraced a birth experience that left her feeling strong, connected, and ready for motherhood. She opens up about navigating a slow labour, making tough decisions around pain relief, leaning on partner support, and the emotional moment she met her son.If you're preparing for your own childbirth experience or looking for positive birth stories that empower, this one is for you. 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.