Lockdown Babies
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Anissa: “Everyone at that point was in fear for their life”
Lockdown Babies
04/20/22 • 30 min
Anissa gave birth to her baby boy in March 2020, a matter of days after we were put into the first lockdown. She recalls her story of giving birth at such an unprecedented time, including 3 days alone in hospital without a single visitor. Anissa also talks about having a midwife appointment on her front door step and feeling a lack of support in the first year of her son’s life.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here.
This podcast is produced by OG Podcasts.
If you’ve struggled with any of the topics we’ve raised in today’s episode, please see the links below for help and support.
Birth Trauma Association - https://www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk/
Pandas Foundation - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/what-is-pnd/birth-trauma/
MIND - https://bit.ly/35Lbaos
NHS Report into babies born in lockdown - https://bit.ly/3tQuit4
Jenna: “Just to have someone to hold your hand would have made the world of difference”
Lockdown Babies
03/16/22 • 26 min
Jenna Topham shares her story of being separated from family during her pregnancy and after her daughter was born. She also talks about the lasting impact spending two weeks alone in hospital has had on her and her family.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here.
If you’ve struggled with any of the topics raised in today’s episode, please see the links below for help and support.
Birth Trauma Association - https://www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk/
Pandas Foundation - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/what-is-pnd/birth-trauma/
MIND - https://bit.ly/35Lbaos
NHS Report into babies born in lockdown - https://bit.ly/3tQuit4
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Lockdown Babies
03/11/22 • 1 min
It's been 2 years since pregnant women across England were ordered to stay at home and to isolate as an unknown virus turned all of our lives upside down.
The weeks and months that followed saw expectant mothers give birth alone, tiny newborns shut away from the world and many families left without adequate postpartum care - all while our healthcare system did it’s best to keep us safe.
I'm Phillippa Guillou and I’ve been documenting the remarkable and at times heartbreaking stories of the families who welcomed their little ones in the middle of a global pandemic.
Join me as I share the stories of the ‘Lockdown Babies’.
You can get in touch with me here.
Natasha: “It was lonely to be in there by yourself”
Lockdown Babies
05/18/22 • 34 min
Natasha tells her story of having her baby in March 2021, a year after the first lockdown but still plagued with restrictions. Natasha also shares the heartbreak of being separated from her family in Canada until her baby was 6 months old.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here.
You can listen to my chat with Laura from the Mother of All Solutions Podcast here or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
If you’ve struggled with any of the topics we’ve raised in today’s episode, please see the links below for help and support.
Birth Trauma Association - https://www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk/
Pandas Foundation - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/what-is-pnd/birth-trauma/
MIND - https://bit.ly/35Lbaos
NHS Report into babies born in lockdown - https://bit.ly/3tQuit4
Gemma: “When the baby cried, I couldn’t get to her”
Lockdown Babies
08/17/22 • 31 min
Gemma gave birth to her second baby in June 2020 and says she was left unable to pick her newborn up or easily access pain relief during the 2 days she spent in hospital. She tells host Phillippa that she was left crying in pain as she waited for someone to bring her morphine after a long labour which ended in a c-section. Gemma also draws on the comparisons and differences between having a baby in 2016 vs 2020.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here.
Gabrielle: “It was torturous at times”
Lockdown Babies
09/13/22 • 50 min
Like many mums who had their babies during lockdown in 2020, Gabrielle was extremely anxious leading up to the birth of her baby in June 2020. She says she was pushed to a “break down” before being offered extra allowances to have her partner by her side for her induction.
After a difficult labour and birth, Gabrielle’s nightmare was only just beginning. She tells host Phillippa her story of being readmitted back into hospital with feeding issues and the hellish days that followed which she says left her with PTSD.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here or follow her on Twitter.
If you’ve struggled with any of the topics we’ve raised in today’s episode, please see the links below for help and support.
Birth Trauma Association - https://www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk/
Pandas Foundation - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/what-is-pnd/birth-trauma/
MIND - https://bit.ly/35Lbaos
NHS Report into babies born in lockdown - https://bit.ly/3tQuit4
09/07/22 • 42 min
This week on the podcast, I’m delighted to be joined by Rachael, volunteer manager at the Birth Trauma Association. We’re exploring the topic of pregnancy after trauma, something I know lots of my listeners who had their babies in the pandemic are either going through at the moment, or hope to in the future.
Rachael shares some amazing practical tips on how to arm yourself with the tools you need to be informed about your choices, advocate for yourself and prepare both mentally and physically for a second birth.
You can learn more about the Birth Trauma Association here. They have Peer Supporters on hold to help anyone struggling with the impact of a traumatic birth; they can be reached on the telephone number 0203 621 6338 or at [email protected]
Their ‘trauma informed care’ wristbands are available for purchase here. And they have a Facebook support group if that’s useful to you.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here.
10/04/22 • 63 min
Kim had two babies during the pandemic, both very different and difficult experiences. When Kim fell pregnant for a second time, she knew from the start that she needed support for her mental health. Despite raising this at every single midwife and doctor's appointment for the entirety of her pregnancy, Kim was told repeatedly that she didn’t qualify for help.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here or follow her on Twitter.
If you’ve struggled with any of the topics we’ve raised in today’s episode, please see the links below for help and support.
Birth Trauma Association - https://www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk/
Pandas Foundation - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/what-is-pnd/birth-trauma/
MIND - https://bit.ly/35Lbaos
NHS Report into babies born in lockdown - https://bit.ly/3tQuit4
Sarah: “Had I not phoned that day, I might not be here now”
Lockdown Babies
09/20/22 • 45 min
Like so many mums who had their babies during the pandemic, Sarah says she’s been left feeling angry and let down about the pregnancy, labour and birth she endured, in part, due to Covid restrictions.
After a difficult and traumatic birth, she was left with Sepsis and a few weeks later blood clots in her lungs. The experience has left Sarah with PSTD and she says it’s still something that affects her day-to-day life now. Sarah and host Phillippa also talk about feeling “stuck” in 2020 / 2021 and being unable to move forward with their lives.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here or follow her on Twitter.
If you’ve struggled with any of the topics we’ve raised in today’s episode, please see the links below for help and support.
Birth Trauma Association - https://www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk/
Pandas Foundation - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/what-is-pnd/birth-trauma/
MIND - https://bit.ly/35Lbaos
NHS Report into babies born in lockdown - https://bit.ly/3tQuit4
Natalie: “Even though we’re not in a lockdown, Covid still impacted my birth experience”
Lockdown Babies
09/28/22 • 38 min
Natalie was one of the early guests on the Lockdown Babies podcast and she’s now had her second baby, 2 years on from her first. Natalie tells host Phillippa she gave birth to her second son on the kitchen floor after her labour progressed too quickly to get to the hospital!
Natalie spent 5 days in hospital while baby Alby was treated for an infection and says while parts of her pregnancy and birth were “better” this time around, unfortunately she was still impacted by Covid restrictions.
Your host is Phillippa Guillou, a journalist and radio presenter whose own baby was born at the height of the pandemic. You can get in touch with Phillippa here.
This podcast is produced by OG Podcasts.
If you’ve struggled with any of the topics we’ve raised in today’s episode, please see the links below for help and support.
Birth Trauma Association - https://www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk/
Pandas Foundation - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/what-is-pnd/birth-trauma/
MIND - https://bit.ly/35Lbaos
NHS Report into babies born in lockdown - https://bit.ly/3tQuit4
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FAQ
How many episodes does Lockdown Babies have?
Lockdown Babies currently has 31 episodes available.
What topics does Lockdown Babies cover?
The podcast is about Parenting, Kids & Family and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Lockdown Babies?
The episode title 'Polly: “I’m still coming to terms with those first few months”' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Lockdown Babies?
The average episode length on Lockdown Babies is 39 minutes.
How often are episodes of Lockdown Babies released?
Episodes of Lockdown Babies are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Lockdown Babies?
The first episode of Lockdown Babies was released on Mar 11, 2022.
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