60 acast.com The Nurse and The Midwife https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/thenurseandthemidwife en Grace McManamon and Marie Flannery Birth,Preparation,Education,Babies,Children,Friendship,Family,The Craic,Life Marie Flannery and Grace McManamon Meet Marie and Grace Two healthcare professionals (the nurse and the midwife) who struck up an amazing friendship talk honestly about birth, healthcare, motherhood, family life, relationships and all the fun that goes with it!

Drawing from our lives in healthcare and our own experiences, we chat about the realities and moments that don't always make it into the textbooks. So whether you're a parent, expecting, work in healthcare or curious about the journey, we're here to remind you that you're never alone in the chaos and joy of it all!!

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]]> Two healthcare professionals (the nurse and the midwife) who struck up an amazing friendship talk honestly about birth, healthcare, motherhood, family life, relationships and all the fun that goes with it!

Drawing from our lives in healthcare and our own experiences, we chat about the realities and moments that don't always make it into the textbooks. So whether you're a parent, expecting, work in healthcare or curious about the journey, we're here to remind you that you're never alone in the chaos and joy of it all!!

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]]> true Marie Flannery and Grace McManamon thenurseandthemidwife@hotmail.com 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 thenurseandthemidwife episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566/1774557864536-2ba02489-f738-40a7-b0c5-3fa8bfe25fda.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/thenurseandthemidwife The Nurse and The Midwife Bump, Baby and Blood Sugar Bump, Baby and Blood Sugar Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:15:54 GMT 30:53 6a5a00daf782764c4c496655 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/bump-baby-and-blood-sugar 6a5a00daf782764c4c496655 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 bump-baby-and-blood-sugar full 16 In this episode, we explore diabetes in pregnancy and what it means for both mother and baby. We discuss the different types of diabetes that can occur during pregnancy, including gestational diabetes and pre-existing diabetes, and explain why early diagnosis and effective management are so important.

Join us as we unpack risk factors, screening, blood glucose monitoring, nutrition, physical activity, medication options, and what to expect during pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.


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]]> In this episode, we explore diabetes in pregnancy and what it means for both mother and baby. We discuss the different types of diabetes that can occur during pregnancy, including gestational diabetes and pre-existing diabetes, and explain why early diagnosis and effective management are so important.

Join us as we unpack risk factors, screening, blood glucose monitoring, nutrition, physical activity, medication options, and what to expect during pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.


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]]> The UK’s Maternity Crisis The UK’s Maternity Crisis Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:09:35 GMT 26:52 6a47b48fecd1239143379cc3 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/the-uks-maternity-crisis 6a47b48fecd1239143379cc3 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 the-uks-maternity-crisis full 1 15 In this episode, we discuss the growing maternity care crisis across the UK and why it has become one of the NHS’s most pressing patient safety challenges. Drawing on recent national investigations and independent reviews, we explore how chronic staff shortages, underfunding, poor workplace culture, and inconsistent standards of care have contributed to avoidable harm for mothers and babies.


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]]> In this episode, we discuss the growing maternity care crisis across the UK and why it has become one of the NHS’s most pressing patient safety challenges. Drawing on recent national investigations and independent reviews, we explore how chronic staff shortages, underfunding, poor workplace culture, and inconsistent standards of care have contributed to avoidable harm for mothers and babies.


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]]> Unexpected Early Arrivals! Unexpected Early Arrivals! Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:01:52 GMT 32:44 6a3fbbb026d5a6687ae997b8 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/unexpected-early-arrivals 6a3fbbb026d5a6687ae997b8 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 unexpected-early-arrivals full 14 Welcome to today’s episode. We’re discussing a topic that affects millions of families around the world but is often misunderstood: preterm birth.

Every year, babies are born too soon, and with that early arrival can come unexpected challenges, uncertainty, and remarkable stories of resilience. Whether you’re a parent, healthcare professional, or simply interested in learning more, this conversation aims to provide insight, support, and hope.

In this episode, we’ll explore what preterm birth is, why it happens, the impact it can have on babies and their families, and the advances in care that are helping more premature babies survive and thrive. We’ll also hear personal experiences that remind us of the strength of families navigating this journey.


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]]> Welcome to today’s episode. We’re discussing a topic that affects millions of families around the world but is often misunderstood: preterm birth.

Every year, babies are born too soon, and with that early arrival can come unexpected challenges, uncertainty, and remarkable stories of resilience. Whether you’re a parent, healthcare professional, or simply interested in learning more, this conversation aims to provide insight, support, and hope.

In this episode, we’ll explore what preterm birth is, why it happens, the impact it can have on babies and their families, and the advances in care that are helping more premature babies survive and thrive. We’ll also hear personal experiences that remind us of the strength of families navigating this journey.


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]]> Let’s Talk About Group B Strep Let’s Talk About Group B Strep Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:49:20 GMT 31:21 6a351eb14a2a3be0f41de31e true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/lets-talk-about-group-b-strep 6a351eb14a2a3be0f41de31e 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 lets-talk-about-group-b-strep full Did you know that Group B Streptococcus (GBS), commonly known as Strep B, affects many pregnant women and can have important implications for both mother and baby?

In this episode, we sit down with experts to discuss:

✔️ What Strep B infection is

✔️ How it is detected during pregnancy

✔️ Potential risks for expectant mothers and newborns

✔️ Prevention and treatment options

✔️ What every parent-to-be should know


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]]> Did you know that Group B Streptococcus (GBS), commonly known as Strep B, affects many pregnant women and can have important implications for both mother and baby?

In this episode, we sit down with experts to discuss:

✔️ What Strep B infection is

✔️ How it is detected during pregnancy

✔️ Potential risks for expectant mothers and newborns

✔️ Prevention and treatment options

✔️ What every parent-to-be should know


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]]> To Boob or not to Boob? To Boob or not to Boob? Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:17:13 GMT 32:41 6a2c3109cd02369494e1b8dd true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/to-boob-or-not-to-boob 6a2c3109cd02369494e1b8dd 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 to-boob-or-not-to-boob full 11 In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most talked-about topics in early parenthood: breast feeding vs bottle feeding.


We share our own personal feeding journeys, the challenges we faced, the decisions we made, and how our experiences shaped our views on feeding our babies. From expectations and realities to the emotional and practical sides of both options, we’re having an honest, judgment-free conversation about what worked for us and why every family’s journey is different.


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]]> In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most talked-about topics in early parenthood: breast feeding vs bottle feeding.


We share our own personal feeding journeys, the challenges we faced, the decisions we made, and how our experiences shaped our views on feeding our babies. From expectations and realities to the emotional and practical sides of both options, we’re having an honest, judgment-free conversation about what worked for us and why every family’s journey is different.


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]]> Boyzone and The Big C Boyzone and The Big C Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:18:40 GMT 35:19 6a22a28117f169d6433962a2 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/boyzone-and-the-big-c 6a22a28117f169d6433962a2 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 boyzone-and-the-big-c full 10 This week we talk about Marie’s fight with breast cancer treatment and living life fighting this disease. Pour yourself a beverage and tune in!

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]]> This week we talk about Marie’s fight with breast cancer treatment and living life fighting this disease. Pour yourself a beverage and tune in!

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]]> The Birth Wingman The Birth Wingman Sat, 30 May 2026 10:19:15 GMT 31:48 6a1ab9a3f7ef775958cf8f49 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/the-birth-wingman 6a1ab9a3f7ef775958cf8f49 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 the-birth-wingman full 1 9 Birth partners: part coach, part snack runner, part emotional support human. In this episode, we dive into the laughs, surprises, and essential role of the people helping us through labor—without (hopefully) passing out.


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]]> Birth partners: part coach, part snack runner, part emotional support human. In this episode, we dive into the laughs, surprises, and essential role of the people helping us through labor—without (hopefully) passing out.


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]]> Small baby, big protection Small baby, big protection Fri, 08 May 2026 13:23:07 GMT 32:59 69fde3bb2ba0ef2ccae08053 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/small-baby-big-protection 69fde3bb2ba0ef2ccae08053 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 small-baby-big-protection full 1 8 In this episode, we explore how immunisations help protect babies during pregnancy, after birth, and throughout the early months of life. We discuss which vaccines are recommended during pregnancy, and how they help pass protection to your baby.


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]]> In this episode, we explore how immunisations help protect babies during pregnancy, after birth, and throughout the early months of life. We discuss which vaccines are recommended during pregnancy, and how they help pass protection to your baby.


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]]> ‘Ouch!!! … Now what?’ ‘Ouch!!! … Now what?’ Fri, 01 May 2026 13:12:08 GMT 32:51 69f4a6a9ad98579289a4adf7 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/ouch-now-what 69f4a6a9ad98579289a4adf7 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 ouch-now-what full 7 Every birth is different—and so is every approach to pain relief. In this episode, we talk through your options so you can feel prepared, supported, and empowered.

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]]> Every birth is different—and so is every approach to pain relief. In this episode, we talk through your options so you can feel prepared, supported, and empowered.

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]]> From Push to Assist From Push to Assist Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:26:18 GMT 30:05 69ebdffaae8bc4f377d0ca06 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/from-push-to-assist 69ebdffaae8bc4f377d0ca06 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 from-push-to-assist full 1 6 Childbirth doesn’t always go exactly as planned — and sometimes, a little extra help makes all the difference. In this episode, we take a gentle, informative look at the instruments doctors and midwives use to assist delivery, like forceps and vacuum devices. You’ll learn how these tools work, why they’re used, and how they help ensure both mother and baby stay safe.



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]]> Childbirth doesn’t always go exactly as planned — and sometimes, a little extra help makes all the difference. In this episode, we take a gentle, informative look at the instruments doctors and midwives use to assist delivery, like forceps and vacuum devices. You’ll learn how these tools work, why they’re used, and how they help ensure both mother and baby stay safe.



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]]> Exit through the Sunroof Exit through the Sunroof Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:20:57 GMT 31:06 69e1fb79d2febdbec98b79ba true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/exit-through-the-sunroof 69e1fb79d2febdbec98b79ba 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 exit-through-the-sunroof full 1 5 This episode is all about C-sections — the unexpected twists, the real talk, and why “the easy way out” is the biggest myth of all.


Whether you planned it or it chose you, this one’s for every mum with a scar and a story.

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]]> This episode is all about C-sections — the unexpected twists, the real talk, and why “the easy way out” is the biggest myth of all.


Whether you planned it or it chose you, this one’s for every mum with a scar and a story.

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]]> The Great Uterine Nudge The Great Uterine Nudge Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:22:10 GMT 30:05 69d931c397d78f9e2b669cde true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/the-great-uterine-nudge 69d931c397d78f9e2b669cde 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 the-great-uterine-nudge full 1 4 Join us as we discuss the different methods used in the induction of labour. Quite a heavy subject but it’s offloaded with some Easter chuckles 🐣

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]]> Join us as we discuss the different methods used in the induction of labour. Quite a heavy subject but it’s offloaded with some Easter chuckles 🐣

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]]> Whose horse is that? Whose horse is that? Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:04:42 GMT 29:42 69d0013af57702d2d98bab77 true https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/69d0013af57702d2d98bab77 69d0013af57702d2d98bab77 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 full 3 Come join us as we debrief following our Cheltenham Gold Cup debut, and we dip our toes into discussing interventions in childbirth.

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]]> Come join us as we debrief following our Cheltenham Gold Cup debut, and we dip our toes into discussing interventions in childbirth.

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]]> <![CDATA[Prawn Pil Pil & Natural Birth]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:52:04 GMT 27:31 69c6999426c1fb9c07d91641 false https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/69c6999426c1fb9c07d91641 69c6999426c1fb9c07d91641 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 full 1 2 This week we explore what to expect in a textbook natural birth with no complications!

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]]> This week we explore what to expect in a textbook natural birth with no complications!

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]]> Howa ya! Howa ya! Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:20:40 GMT 18:23 69c68d23b991732771d0a6fe false https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/69c68d23b991732771d0a6fe 69c68d23b991732771d0a6fe 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 full 1 1 Welcome to episode 1! Here we dive into who we are, how we met and why we decided to delve into the world of podcasting.

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]]> Welcome to episode 1! Here we dive into who we are, how we met and why we decided to delve into the world of podcasting.

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]]> The Nurse and The Midwife The Nurse and The Midwife Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:39:35 GMT 0:52 698b1f555fc77c93277607d9 false https://shows.acast.com/thenurseandthemidwife/episodes/698b1f555fc77c93277607d9 698b1f555fc77c93277607d9 698b0bebba80cf1ecbea9566 Intro trailer Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a parent, or just here for good conversation, check out The Nurse and the Midwife podcast—where care is at the heart of it all, and the craic is always mighty!


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]]> Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a parent, or just here for good conversation, check out The Nurse and the Midwife podcast—where care is at the heart of it all, and the craic is always mighty!


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