Welcome to the Pop That Mumma Podcast. Hosted by Poppy Child, founder of Pop That Mumma, creator of Birth Box, certified Hypnobirthing practitioner, birth doula and mum of three based in London. This is the space where we get real about pregnancy, birth and motherhood. From fear in birth to practical labour tools to the postpartum rollercoaster. I'm here to help you feel informed, empowered and confident. Join my online course: https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthbox Get the Oxytocin Bubble: https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/popthatmummaalbumofmeditations

Latest episodes

The First 30 Days With Your Newborn: What You Need to Know With Hannah, The Bump and Baby Guru

August 28, 2026 · 46 min

Those early days with a newborn are such a big transition, both for you after the birth and for your baby as they move from womb to world. This week I'm joined by Hannah, from Motherhood Road, for a really great conversation about what to…
Raising Body-Confident Kids in a Body-Obsessed World with Molly Forbes

August 21, 2026 · 47 min

In this episode, I'm joined by journalist and author Molly Forbes, whose work is dedicated to helping families raise body-confident kids in a culture that constantly judges bodies. We talk about how early children absorb messages about…
From a 36 Hour Labour to a 2 Hour Water Birth - Carrie Rad's Birth Story

August 14, 2026 · 31 min

In this episode, I'm speaking with Carrie Rad to hear the story of her beautiful, fast second birth, and how differently it played out compared to her long first labour. In this episode, we cover: - Why having a plan but staying flexible…
Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series: Part 3 - Building Mental Resilience

August 7, 2026 · 18 min

Welcome to Part 3 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series. In the final part of this mini series, I'm sharing: Why building mental resilience mattersHow to cope with the struggles that may come with postpartumWhy we don't need to act…
Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series: Part 2 - Matrescence

July 31, 2026 · 12 min

Welcome to Part 2 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series. When becoming a mother, especially for the first time, it can feel like you're suddenly having to become someone totally different. This huge identity shift is known as…
Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series: Part 1 - Bonding With Your Newborn

July 24, 2026 · 11 min

Welcome to Part 1 of my Preparing for Postpartum Mini Series. This one's coming straight from the thick of my own postpartum with Adam. In this episode, I’m sharing: Why I put my phone in a drawer for the first 48 hours after Adam’s…
Why The Birth Plan Isn't Enough: What Real Birth Preparation Actually Looks Like

July 17, 2026 · 33 min

Most women prepare for birth in their heads. But birth doesn't happen in your head. In this episode, I'm joined by Sally Ann Beresford - doula of 24 years, award-winning author, and host of The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast - for an…
Is Induction Right For You? Everything You Need To Know with Carly Sandland

July 10, 2026 · 35 min

One in three women are now being induced. And most of them are going into it without the full picture. In this episode, I'm joined by doula and childbirth educator, Carly Sandland, to talk about one of the most important conversations in…