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Latest Episodes

  • #29 Perineal Trauma & Birth
    In this episode Karen speaks with Melanie Francis about perineal trauma. They discuss perineal trauma, what is normal and easily recoverable, what can be done to lessen or prevent severe perineal trauma, and ways to improve postpartum recovery. Both Mel and Karen are midwives and as you will hear, they are very passionate about this topic. …

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  • #28 The Relaxation Response & Birth
    In this episode Peter and Karen talk about why relaxation techniques are so important for birth.
  • #27 Matrescence and Preparing for the Postpartum Period
    Join Karen as she talks with Dr Oscar Serrallach about the research and science behind Matrescence and what couples and their community can do to support and protect this incredibly important and transformation time for mothers.  Don’t forget to grab Oscar’s book “The Postnatal Depletion Cure”. It’s a must read for not just Mum’s but for …

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Karen McClay

Karen McClay is a Registered Midwife (RM), a Mother and the owner and Director of Calmbirth, Australia’s leading Childbirth Education Program.

Karen has followed in her father’s footsteps, Peter Jackson, the founder of the Calmbirth Program, leading the way in childbirth education, training and research in Australia and internationally.

As a highly experienced Calmbirth educator and Midwife, Karen has a passion for sharing her knowledge and experience with expectant parents to help them make informed decisions and prepare for their journey into parenthood.