Episodes 22
Avg. Duration 40m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jul 2023
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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99%
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Through engaging interviews with leading experts, heartfelt stories from real parents, and evidence-based information, The Journey Ahead Podcast covers a wide range of topics. From hypnobirthing, holistic approaches to prenatal care, birth choices, postpartum well-being, parenting techniques, and so much more. 


By tuning in, you will gain valuable knowledge, discover different perspectives, and find the guidance you need to make informed decisions that align with your unique desires and values. Whether you’re a first-time parent or navigating the journey of parenthood once again, this podcast is a trusted companion on your path to creating a positive and empowered experience for you and your growing family.


I can't wait to help you feel powerfully prepared.


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Recent Episodes

S4E3 Doula Chat | Big Babies - Making Sense of Being Told You're Birthing The Hulk

Apr 10, 2026 43m

What to expect from this ep:Big babies. It's not uncommon for the conversation about your baby's size to open up recommendations around induction, planned sections and other interventions.Today,…

S4E2 Birth | Jordan's Powerful VBA2C in a Birth Centre

Apr 03, 2026 44m

In this ep:In a world where the c-section rate is increasing more than ever, I find lots of women are in search of a positive VBAC or sometimes even VBA2C story. Navigating the NHS when seeking this…

S4E1 Doula Chat | Maternity Statistics Vs Intervention-Free Birth

Mar 27, 2026 26m

In this ep:Welcome back after a little break! So wonderful to be bringing you doula chats this season - musings and educational solo episodes designed to help you feel powerful and prepared through…

S3E6 Birth | Home Birth Panels - Conditional Compliance?

Oct 03, 2025 22m

What to expect from this ep:Birth panels are a worrying and increasing method of 'caregiving' that are not only being used in my local trusts but all over the UK. From the outside, this 'safety'…

S3E5 Parenting | Sara @ The Lifestage Lab | Infant Sleep and Development Debunked

Sep 26, 2025 49m

What to expect from this ep:Sleep. Infant sleep. It's a chaotic and stressful time for many parents. We get told horror stories and many people say with a sneer 'goodbye to sleep for the next five…

S3E4 Birth | Charlotte's Story | BBA/Freebirth & Suspended Service with The Importance of A Doula

Sep 18, 2025 1h 7m

In this episode, I sit down with Charlotte - a former client (and now close friend) whose birth unfolded in the most instinctive, powerful way imaginable. After navigating trauma from her first…

S3E3 Pregnancy | The Pregnancy Chiropractor | The Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

Aug 22, 2025 31m

What if your body already knows how to grow, carry, and birth your baby - and chiropractic care simply helps you remember that? In this episode, I’m joined by Sally, The Pregnancy Chiropractor, to…

S3E2 Birth | Chloe's Story | Intuitive Freebirth and Navigating Pregnancy When Neurodivergent

Aug 01, 2025 37m

In this episode, I sit down with Chloe to talk about her intuitive freebirth - a powerful, grounded, and deeply self-led experience. Chloe shares how she prepared for birth by protecting her energy,…

S3E1 Birth | Dr Sarah Buckley: The Magic of Oxytocin & The Impact Of Interventions in Birth

Jul 24, 2025 53m

In this powerful episode of The Journey Ahead, I sit down with the legendary Dr Sarah Buckley - GP, researcher, author, and one of the most trusted global voices in the birth world. We dive deep into…

S2E8 Breastfeeding | An Interview with Katie James | Preparing for a powerful feeding journey during pregnancy

Sep 13, 2024 52m

Katie James... one half of The Midwives' CauldronHaving avidly listened to every episode and completed both Katie's lactation courses, when it came to creating a breastfeeding preparation episode I…

S2E7 Birth | Kirsten’s Story | Remaining calm and listening to intuition through last minute emergencies

Sep 06, 2024 27m

Kirsten's story is a story of...ResilienceDisappointmentWorryIntuitionMedicalised birthand everything in between. It's no secret that there's a whole lot of fearmongering in the birth world, abut…

S2E6 Parenting | An Interview with Sara |The Lifestage Lab | Understanding the infant brain and parenting little ones

Aug 23, 2024 39m

Introducing... Sara from The Lifestage LabWhen I say how much of this podcast I had to edit out before we actually got to our chat, I’m not joking when I say I had to cut out half of it. From CBD…

S2E5 Birth | Cesca's Story: Powerful hospital birth and breastfeeding in the wake of bereavement

Aug 16, 2024 37m

Well this is just a gorgeous positive birth story!When I worked with Cesca and her husband Ed last year, I knew the chances of them having a positive experience were highly likely. After sadly going…

S2E4 Birth | Why birth advocacy is so vital for a powerful experience

Aug 09, 2024 18m

Birth advocacy... a topic that can stir up some emotions...Today, we're diving into a topic that is very close to my heart: birth advocacy. We'll explore why birth advocacy is crucial, what it looks…

S2E3 Birth | An Interview with Carly | The Doula Club | The magic of doula care

Aug 02, 2024 41m

Introducing the powerhouse that is Carly founder of The Doula Club!Carly is an experienced doula, yoga teacher and hypnobirthing practitioner. She’s an all round lovely human and is a brilliant voice…

S2E2 Birth | Cara’s story: pregnancy after loss, induction and maternal intuition

Jul 24, 2024 1h 9m

Buckle up - this episode is a lengthy but emotional one!You're going to want to brew up for this one team! When speaking to past families I have supported, Cara and Sean's story will always stick out…

S2E1 Birth | Preparing for your postnatal period

Jul 20, 2024 45m

Look who is back! It's meeeWell hello there! It's been a busy ol' time in the world of birth over the past year and this corner of the internet has been much on my mind. The second season of the…

S1E4 Perinatal Health | An Interview with Marianna Engall | Mpowered Fitness | The importance of pelvic health in the perinatal period

Sep 10, 2023 51m

I’m really looking forward to sharing today’s podcast session with you. Marianna is the founder of Mpowered Fitness and a brilliant personal trainer for many expectant and new mums. In this podcast…

S1E3 Birth | An Interview with Sarah Fitzsimmons - My Independent Midwife | The benefits of independent midwifery and the importance of continuity of care

Aug 09, 2023 1h 9m

I’m really pleased to bring you today’s episode, with Sarah from My Independent Midwife. Sarah founded this service alongside her long time colleague and friend Jenny. She qualified in 2008 and knew…

S1E2 Birth | An Interview with Shellie Poulter: Doulas, The System and The Power of Biomechanics

Jul 18, 2023 57m

I’m SO excited for today’s guest. Shellie Poulter has many talents – from training as an osteopath in 2005, to delivering cranio-sacral therapy, massage, acupuncture and more to expectant parents.…

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