Spaghetti Face: The Parents’ Podcast
Welcome to Spaghetti Face, a safe space filled with real, open, and honest conversations for parents navigating their unique journeys – the good bits and the not-so-good bits. Each week, we’ll hear from midwives, academics, third sector professionals, mental health and developmental specialists, employment experts, and more.
This podcast isn’t about lecturing or prescribing what’s best for you. We understand that every parent’s experience is unique, and we’re all just doing the very best we can. And that is more than enough.
Whether you’re in the fertility and family planning stages or already a parent, Spaghetti Face offers insights and stories that speak to your experiences. Join us on this journey, and find comfort and camaraderie in the shared adventure of parenthood.
Spaghetti Face: The Parents’ Podcast
Making birth a positive experience – even when things don't go to plan!
Welcome to the maiden episode of Spaghetti Face! Join us as we dive into the world of childbirth with our guest, Professor Soo Downe OBE of UCLan. In this episode, we explore how to get birth right and the importance of supporting the individual choices of women and their families.
Discover essential tips on how to prepare for birth, including the need to be flexible with your birth plan since childbirth is unpredictable. We discuss how an empowering and positive birth experience hinges on listening to women and their families, and how ignoring them can lead to trauma.
Tune in to learn how to make your birth experience empowering and unforgettable. Whether you're a first-time mamma or an experienced one, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate your pregnancy, labour, and beyond with confidence and strength.
Keywords: empowering birth, pregnancy tips, labor preparation, birth plan flexibility, positive birth experience, Professor Soo Downe OBE, supporting mothers, childbirth choices, family support during labor, preventing birth trauma.