Episodes 9
Avg. Duration 24m
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Since Mar 2026
Latest Episode May 2026

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The Cleft Mama Podcast is a place for real, honest conversations about life with a baby or child born with a cleft lip and/or palate. Hosted by Anja Pownell, a German mum of three living in the UK, it brings together personal experience, practical guidance, and expert insight to help families navigate the cleft journey with more confidence and less overwhelm. After receiving a cleft diagnosis at her 20-week scan with her third baby, Anja set out to understand everything she could — from feeding and surgery to long-term care and development. Drawing on her own experience and conversations with parents and professionals, she shares the knowledge and reassurance she wished she had at the very beginning. From diagnosis and feeding to surgeries, speech, dentistry, and everyday family life, this podcast offers gentle guidance and real-life insight to support you and your child every step of the way.

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E09: Growing Up With a Cleft: Tiffany's Story of Confidence & Acceptance (with Tiffany Pritchard)

May 25, 2026 21m Transcript

In this episode, I'm joined by Tiffany Pritchard, who shares her experience of growing up with a cleft lip and palate. We talk about surgeries, speech therapy, confidence, school life, and how her…

E08: Best Bottles for Babies With a Cleft (What to Use & Why)

May 18, 2026 31m Transcript

Feeding a baby with a cleft can feel overwhelming at first — especially when it comes to choosing the right bottle. In this episode, I walk you through the most commonly used bottles for babies with…

E07: The Emotional Side of a Cleft Diagnosis (with Kate Stapley)

May 11, 2026 39m Transcript

In this episode, I'm joined by Kate Stapley, mum to Harry, who was born with a cleft lip. Kate shares her journey from a difficult pregnancy and receiving a cleft diagnosis at the 20-week scan,…

E06: Amniocentesis After a Cleft Diagnosis: What to Consider

May 04, 2026 15m Transcript

After a cleft diagnosis at the 20-week scan, many parents are offered an amniocentesis — but this can feel like a big and difficult decision. In this episode, I explain what amniocentesis is, why it…

E05: From Diagnosis to Joy: A Cleft Mum's Story (with Charlotte Hall)

Apr 27, 2026 31m Transcript

In this episode, I'm joined by Charlotte Hall, mum of four and author of Lily's Super Smile. Charlotte shares her journey from receiving a cleft diagnosis at the 20-week scan through pregnancy,…

E04: What To Do After a Cleft Diagnosis: Practical Steps for Pregnancy & Birth

Apr 20, 2026 19m Transcript

In this episode, I walk you through practical steps you can take after a cleft lip and/or palate diagnosis, whether you are still pregnant or your baby has already been born. From harvesting…

E03: After the 20-Week Scan: Processing a Cleft Diagnosis

Apr 13, 2026 11m Transcript

In this episode, I talk about what it really feels like to receive a cleft lip and/or palate diagnosis. From shock and guilt to the fear of the unknown, I share my own experience and the emotions…

E02: Understanding Cleft Lip & Palate: Types, Terms & Treatment

Apr 06, 2026 15m Transcript

In this episode, I explain what a cleft lip and palate actually is, including the different types of clefts and the terminology you might hear along the way. I also give a simple overview of how…

E01: From Diagnosis to 4 Months: My Cleft Journey So Far

Mar 30, 2026 32m Transcript

In this first episode, I share my personal journey from pregnancy to where we are now at four months, just ahead of my baby's first surgery. From the moment of diagnosis at the 20-week scan to the…

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The Cleft Mama Podcast has published 9 episodes since March 2026, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.

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