Best Penny Simkin Podcasts (2025)

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Episode #2S5: In memory of Dr Michel Odent 1:07:32

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is your monthly doula podcast, prescribing a regular dose of birthy chat, postnatal realities, real-life dilemmas, and behind-the-scenes talk from two experienced doulas. Siobhan and Kicki are back with honest conversations about life as a working doula, woman, and mother, a bit like popping round to your mates f…

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Episode #1S5: When Doulas Turn on Each Other Online: Kindness, Criticism & Speaking Up 40:05

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is your monthly doula podcast, prescribing a regular dose of birthy chat, postnatal realities, real-life dilemmas, and behind-the-scenes talk from two experienced doulas. Siobhan and Kicki are back with honest conversations about life as a working doula, woman, and mother, a bit like popping round to your mates f…

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Episode #4S4: A dilemma about client birthing outside of guidelines and the current NHS Stats 47:16

11M ago47:16

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma disc…

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Episode #3S4: A dilemma about birth plan being overlooked and a tribute to Penny Simkin 42:16

1+ y ago42:16

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma disc…

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Episode #2S4: A dilemma about volunteering and a question about backup and shared care 52:26

1+ y ago52:26

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma disc…

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Episode #1S4: A dilemma about an anxious client and a question about the doula value 35:25

1+ y ago35:25

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma disc…

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Episode #6S3: A dilemma about postnatal doula challenges and a dose about advocacy 50:12

2y ago50:12

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all thing’s doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma dis…

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Episode #5S3: Interview with Nathan Riley OB-GYN Trigger Warning - baby loss 37:26

2y ago37:26

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all thing’s doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's episode is an int…

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Episode #4S3: A dilemma about vaginal seeding and dose about supporting caesarean births 36:48

2y ago36:48

36:48

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all thing’s doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma dis…

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Episode #3S3: A dilemma about client's partner not being 'on-board' and a dose about social media 38:56

2+ y ago38:56

38:56

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all thing’s doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma dis…

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Episode #2S3: A dilemma about breastfeeding support and a HEAVY dose about doula regulation 41:34

2+ y ago41:34

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all thing’s doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma dis…

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Episode #1S3: A dilemma about midwife shift changes and a dose about picking your battles 32:40

2+ y ago32:40

32:40

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all thing’s doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman, and mother. This month's doula dilemma dis…

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Episode #5S2: A dilemma about being out of pocket and a dose about being invisible 38:38

3+ y ago38:38

38:38

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This month's doula dilemma discu…

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Episode #4S2: A dilemma about content copying and the top item in our doula bag 36:48

3+ y ago36:48

36:48

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This month's doula dilemma discu…

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Episode #1S3: A dilemma about needing to make money, a peculiar device and language when dealing with clients 51:08

4y ago51:08

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This month's doula dilemma discu…

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Episode #2S2: A dilemma about PN cancellations and dose about being qualified 34:58

4y ago34:58

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This month's doula dilemma discu…

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Episode #1S2: A dilemma about accompanying clients and current state of perinatal services 39:01

4y ago39:01

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a monthly podcast, prescribing a monthly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This month's doula dilemma discu…

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Episode #46: A dilemma about boundaries and charging expenses to your clients 33:31

5y ago33:31

33:31

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #45: A dilemma about health professionals not introducing themselves and the one birth partner rule 35:32

5y ago35:32

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #44: A dilemma about strict routines and MVPs during COVID-19 31:28

5+ y ago31:28

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #43: Emiliana and Sophie return to complete their surrogacy journey. 44:54

5+ y ago44:54

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week, Siobhan and Kicki are s…

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Episode #42: A dilemma about a traumatised partner and how to work in a doula collective 43:20

5+ y ago43:20

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #41: A dilemma about due dates changing and when can we return to supporting clients in person 48:39

5+ y ago48:39

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #40: A dilemma about a client asking the doula to change their role and being 'just' a doula. 31:30

5+ y ago31:30

31:30

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #39: A dilemma about what to do if two clients want to book you for the same dates and virtual doula courses 37:56

5+ y ago37:56

37:56

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #38: A dilemma about body image and what have we learnt so far from the Corona outbreak 48:44

5+ y ago48:44

48:44

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. In this episode, we are joined by …

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Episode #37: A dilemma about client who won't try any of the suggestions and a warning about hoax clients 1:01:29

5+ y ago1:01:29

1:01:29

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #36: A dilemma about how often to contact clients and how to keep getting better. 48:07

5+ y ago48:07

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week, the podcast is co-hoste…

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Episode #35: A dilemma about mentoring and a questions about shared care (PS. no mentioning of the 'c' word in this podcast!) 49:58

5+ y ago49:58

49:58

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #34: A dilemma about a first interview and do doulas need insurance 49:23

5+ y ago49:23

49:23

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #33: A dilemma about doing in person postnatal support and a question about offering doula support for free 45:26

5+ y ago45:26

45:26

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #32: COVID-19 and the impact on maternity services 50:20

5+ y ago50:20

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dispensary conti…

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Episode #31: COVID-19 FAQ from doulas and what to do in current times as a doula 42:46

5+ y ago42:46

42:46

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dispensary conti…

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Episode #30: All about COVID-19 aka Coronavirus 48:11

5+ y ago48:11

48:11

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dispensary is al…

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Episode #29: A dilemma about what to do if a midwife steps between the doula and her client. 34:12

5+ y ago34:12

34:12

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #28: A dilemma about birth client booked who schedules a caesarean birth and discussion about working with other doulas 38:59

5+ y ago38:59

38:59

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #27: A dilemma about what to charge when supporting twin parents and question about water births 49:58

5+ y ago49:58

49:58

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #26: A dilemma about staying on in a postnatal job, what do we do when we're unwell and funny things from meetings with clients 51:05

5+ y ago51:05

51:05

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #25: A dilemma about offering reduced prices and discussion about boundaries and running a business 39:10

5+ y ago39:10

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #20: *TRIGGER WARNING - Termination of pregnancy** A dilemma about supporting through a termination for medical reasons, DBS checks and 'the cult of natural childbirth' 48:04

5+ y ago48:04

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #23: Kicki speaks to Hilary Lewin - Doula UK Founder and ATMAT Therapist 1:02:34

5+ y ago1:02:34

1:02:34

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week, Kicki and Hilary Lewin …

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Episode #22: Kicki speaks to Leti about Midwifery Conference and the mentoring process 26:39

5+ y ago26:39

26:39

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week, Kicki and Leti Tufari (…

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Episode #21: A dilemma about free birthing and offering postnatal support to a struggling client 48:04

5+ y ago48:04

48:04

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #20: A dilemma about distance and discussion about men in the birthing world 37:08

5+ y ago37:08

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #19: Interview with Emiliana and Sophie - What I'll do for my best friend (*trigger pregnancy loss) 1:19:23

5+ y ago1:19:23

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week, Siobhan and Kicki have …

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Episode #18: Christmas Special - All the bloomers 9:05

6y ago9:05

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Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week we have put together all…

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Episode #17: Interview with Penny Simkin - The Significance of Birth 43:15

6y ago43:15

43:15

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week we feature an interview …

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Episode #16: A dilemma about Clary Sage and how to get involved with your local hospital 47:36

6y ago47:36

47:36

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #15: If you bite off more than you can chew and how to handle vomit 49:58

6y ago49:58

49:58

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…

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Episode #14: Doula Support through loss (TRIGGER WARNING) and supporting our doula colleagues 45:04

6y ago45:04

45:04

Send us a text The Doula Dispensary is a weekly podcast, prescribing a weekly dose of all things doula. Siobhan and Kicki bring you a show which is a bit like sitting down with your mates for a cup of tea... So put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy listening to familiar issues as a working doula, woman and mother. This week's doula dilemma discusse…