Making a Midwife  | Life of a Midwife Ep. 1

Making a Midwife | Life of a Midwife Ep. 1

Author: Giovanna Fletcher May 5, 2026 Duration: 18:32

To celebrate the international day of the midwife we’ve got something very special for you — the very first episode of our brand-new miniseries!


Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing powerful stories from midwives, past and present, as they reflect on the moments that have shaped their lives and careers.


In this first episode, we'll trace the moments two women were pulled into midwifery.


We’ll return to our regular guest episodes next Tuesday xx


If you’re interested in being part of the Life of a Midwife series, we’d love to hear from you — just drop us an email midwives@pixiu.co.uk


Links from our midwives:

Little Light Support offers independent, trauma-informed birth debriefs for women and families — particularly those who’ve had complex, confusing or difficult experiences

Petition · Make birth safer: protect midwives' working hours - United Kingdom · Change.org

Hard Pushed: A Midwife's Story and Womb: The Inside Story of Where We All Began


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Giovanna Fletcher’s Happy Mum Happy Baby picks up the threads of her bestselling book, creating a space where the polished facade of parenting is gently set aside. Each episode unfolds through candid, comforting conversations with well-known mothers and fathers, though the focus is less on their fame and more on their shared, human experience. Giovanna, or Gi as she’s often known, guides these discussions through every facet of raising children-the unexpected joys, the exhausting lows, the personal challenges, and the quiet rewards. The core idea that resonates throughout this podcast is the liberating notion that perfection is a myth; everyone is simply navigating parenthood as best they can. Listening feels like being part of a supportive, honest chat among friends who understand that the journey is messy and beautiful in equal measure. You’ll hear real stories that validate your own, offering both solace and a much-needed laugh. It’s a warm, inclusive audio journal that celebrates the collective reality of family life, making it a deeply relatable listen for anyone in the thick of it.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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