The Little Yarrow Podcast
By Little Yarrow
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Mothers. Kate Harrison is a Naturopath and Postpartum Doula passionate about supporting mothers with Herbal Medicine, Nutrition and Traditional Practices.
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The Little Yarrow Podcast Mar 02, 2021
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#77 Common Postpartum Surprises
Discover what the most common surprises are in the postpartum period including tips and remedies to support you with each of them!
Mar 25, 202413:43
#78 The Postpartum Menstrual Cycle
Learn when to expect your cycle to return after birth and what it will be like as well as safe remedies to take and practices to do whilst breastfeeding for pain management and heavy bleeding. Also find out what you can do if you’re cycle hadn’t returned after 18 months and what investigations to look into.
Mar 07, 202415:33
#76 Navigating Late ADHD Diagnosis in Motherhood with Jade
In this episode I chat with Jade about the increasing number of mums getting a late ADHD diagnosis. We discuss the symptoms, why it’s not picked up until they become a mum and how to get an assessment. The methods discussed in this episode include ASRS (quick questionnaire), more extensive questionnaire used by psychiatrist: DIVA 2.0 & self assessment online (if you aren’t ready to see a psychiatrist or psychologist yet): SAGE-SR
Jan 04, 202429:32
#75 Gut Health, Probiotics and The Microbiome for Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond
In this episode I chat with gut expert Karly Raven about ensuring optimal gut health prior to pregnancy and the benefits for both mum and bub when it comes to supporting the microbiome during pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
Nov 21, 202338:58
#74 My Golden Month Reflections
In this episode I chat about what I’ve been doing the past month to support myself after the birth of my third child including what support looked like, foods I ate, herbs and supplements I’m taking plus so much more!
Aug 10, 202317:00
#73 Postpartum Surprises & Taboos
Many mothers enter the postpartum period unprepared and unaware of what to expect. This can create a lot of surprises and often topics that are considered a bit taboo often make it difficult to ask for help or get the right support. That’s why in this episode I’m shedding some light on what to expect in terms of the most common surprises after childbirth!
Jun 28, 202317:18
#72 Why Birth Preparation Matters
In this episode I share why preparing your body not just mentally but physically for Birth is so important and talk about the key areas that need to be addressed and give practical examples of what you can do to prepare using herbs, nutrients and different practices
Jun 19, 202318:24
#71 Traditional Chinese Medicine for Postpartum & Pregnancy Loss
In this episode I chat with TCM practitioner Naomi about how Chinese medicine can support postpartum healing including pregnancy loss.
May 30, 202336:01
#70 How to Use a Homeopathic Birth Kit
Learn how a homeopathic birth kit can be a wonderful addition to support you in labour and afterbirth with examples of some of my favourite remedies included.
May 22, 202309:31
#69 Breastfeeding Culture with Julia Jones
In this episode I chat with Julia from newborn mothers about breastfeeding culture, how the culture has changed over generations, what influences the culture and how we can ensure a more positive attitude to breastfeeding as a society
May 07, 202328:50
#68 How to Prevent & Treat GBS in Pregnancy
In this episode you will learn all about GBS infection in pregnancy, what is is, the risks, testing and how to prevent and treat it naturally. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6521265/
Apr 24, 202309:03
#67 Tips for Managing Afterbirth Pains
In this episode you will learn why afterbirth pains occur and how to alleviate them using natural remedies including herbs, nutrients and traditional practices
Apr 12, 202308:45
#66 Growing Babies and a Business Supporting Mothers
In this episode I chat about the early beginnings of my business and how I’ve grown it to be a full time successful business all whilst growing and raising my three children.
Apr 03, 202317:09
#65 My Struggle with Postnatal Depletion
In this episode I share my own struggle with postnatal depletion plus what I did to overcome it and what I plan to do as prevention third time around
Mar 27, 202318:12
#64 Understanding the Root Cause of Postnatal Anxiety
In this episode we discuss factors that increase your risk of postnatal anxiety and what you can do to prevent and treat this condition that affects 1 in 5 mothers
Mar 01, 202313:13
#63 Venous Issues in Pregnancy & Postpartum
Varicose veins and haemorrhoids are common in pregnancy and postpartum. Find out my top tips to help treat them!
Jan 29, 202309:14
#62 Postpartum Healing Herbal Sitz Baths
Learn how herbal sitz baths can help with post birth healing, what herbs to use and how to make herbal infusions for the bath.
Jan 18, 202308:26
#61 Pre Conception Care Reflections
In this episode I talk about the importance of pre conception care and what I did to prepare for my third pregnancy.
Jan 05, 202319:01
#60 Herbal Pain Relief for Women
Learn about my top herbal analgesics to use for menstrual pain, labour, afterbirth pains and c section pain in this episode dedicated to herbal pain relief for women
Sep 21, 202210:50
#59 C Section Birth Recovery with Emma
In this episode we chat all about how to heal from a c section birth including tips for recovery with c - section specialist Emma.
Aug 27, 202219:30
#58 Supporting Postpartum Digestion
Find out why many mothers experience gut issues postpartum and how they can go on to cause mood issues, hormonal issues and autoimmune disorders. Learn from an Ayurvedic perspective why so many of these issues stem from not supporting digestion after birth.
Aug 04, 202212:15
#57 Is Your Womb Too Cold with Kimberly
Find out how a cold uterus can contribute to period pain, irregular cycles and fertility issues with acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist Kimberley.
Jul 08, 202216:21
#56 Korean Postpartum Traditions with Judy Cho
Learn all about traditional Korean postpartum practices including their signature seaweed soup and other foods and practices used to support mothers after childbirth.
Jul 01, 202217:55
#55 Wild Weeds for Pregnancy and Postpartum
Often we neglect learning about the common medicinal weeds that grow in our own backyard in favour of more exotic herbs from overseas and yet our native wild weeds have many amazing properties particularly when it comes to supporting pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
Jun 20, 202213:06
#54 Surviving Hyperemesis Gravidarum with Claire
HG is a debilitating condition that some one experience in pregnancy causing them to have excessive nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Claire talks about her experience of HG and her top tips for surviving HG during pregnancy
May 30, 202224:16
#53 Childbirth As a Rite of Passage with Rachel Reed
Join me as I chat with midwife Rachel Reed about how birth has changed over time, the current issues both mothers and midwives face as well as birth activism and what we can do to make a difference.
Mar 20, 202222:47
#52 TCM Bodywork for Supporting Postpartum Healing
In this episode I chat with Lauren from The Acupuncture Palette all about how Traditional Chinese bodywork such as Moxa, Acupuncture, Cupping and Tui Na massage can be supportive in the early months and years and supporting mothers to heal and recover from childbirth and the demands of daily motherhood.
Feb 28, 202225:35
#51 Traditional Malay Postpartum Care with Adilah
In this episode I chat with Adilah who specialises in traditional Malay postpartum care which includes practices such as oil massage, bengkung belly binding, nourishing foods, herbal pastes and compresses plus ceremonial flower baths to heal and support the mothers transition to motherhood.
Feb 20, 202229:24
#50 Reishi Babies, Reishi Mothers
Find out how the most revered medicinal mushroom of all can help to support you and your baby through pregnancy and postpartum
Jan 03, 202208:53
#49 What No One Tells You About IVF with Miranda Myles
In this episode I chat with Miranda Myles who is the creator of ‘The Fertile Project’ clinic in Melbourne where she specialises in fertility and IVF
Nov 24, 202137:16
#48 Planning for a Homebirth with Midwife Sunae
I’m this episode I chat with local homebirth midwife Sunae about the history of home birth, why homebirth is on the rise, the benefits of having a homebirth, how to find a home birth midwife, the expected financial costs and what a homebirth midwife brings in her birth bag to support you at home.
Nov 10, 202134:36
#47 Birthing Outside the System with Emily
Join me whilst I chat with Traditional Chinese Practitioner and mother of three Emily who talks about her free birthing experience with her third baby where she opted out of the system and birthed unassisted at home
Nov 01, 202128:11
#46 Finding Calm in Motherhood with Holistic Psychologist Hilary
Find out how to find your calm in motherhood with practical tips from Holistic psychologist Hilary
Oct 20, 202118:05
#45 Placenta Rituals Around the World
More western women are increasingly adopting placenta rituals from around the world, a common practice in place for many thousands of years. Find out more about these ancient rituals amongst cultures across the world.
Sep 20, 202110:03
#44 Kinesiology for Pregnancy, Birth and Motherhood with Carly
In this episode I chat with Carly about clearing stored emotions and generational trauma through kinesiology in order to support women through pregnancy, birth and motherhood
Sep 13, 202123:04
#43 Traditional Mexican Postpartum Rituals
In this episode I chat with birth and postpartum doula Mary about her experience with learning and practicing the traditional Mexican postpartum ritual often known in the west as a ‘closing of the bones ceremony’.
Aug 09, 202125:59
#42 Pre Menstrual Mood Disorders
Conditions such as PMS, PMDD and PME are becoming increasingly common. Find out what causes them and how natural medicine can help!
Jul 27, 202109:46
#41 Anxiety & Neuroplasticity with Rhianna
Rhianna is a psychologist and astrologer who explains the role of neuroplasticity in anxiety and how we can learn to rewire our brain to overcome mood disorders
Jul 21, 202120:25
#40 Homeschooling Tips, Tricks and Systems with Laura
Laura is a homeschooling mum of three who shares her wonderful tips and resources for educating, entertaining and nurturing children at home
Jun 22, 202131:46
#39 Maternity Care Across Different Cultures with Sarah
Sarah is an independent homebirth midwife who’s passion for travel has lead her around the world where she has been able to witness and experience maternity care across different cultures. Follow her on Instagram @down_to_birth_midwifery to find out more about her work
Jun 18, 202126:32
#38 Holistic Sleep Support with Tracey
Sleep deprivation can be debilitating and affect not only mums wellbeing but relationships and the whole family unit yet many mums don’t ask for help because they are concerned about the strategies they will be offered. Today I chat with Tracey about holistic sleep support and how sleep strategies need to be gentle and customised to each mum and bub
Jun 10, 202121:31
#37 Hypnobirthing with Midwife Lilly
In this episode I chat with midwife and hypnobirthing instructor Lilly about her experience teaching this practice to expecting couples
Jun 03, 202119:50
#36 Stocking Your Postpartum Pantry
Nourishment is an essential universal principle of postpartum recovery in many traditional cultures. Find out what foods to stock your pantry with for optimal healing and recovery
May 31, 202110:02
#35 Recognising Postpartum Mood Disorders with Marita (Kate’s Mum)
In this episode I talk to my mum about her experience of developing a postpartum mood disorder when I was born and how she recognised it immediately and got help!
May 24, 202123:53
#34 Natural Remedies for Postbirth Toilet Trips
Something that affects all mothers after birth but isn’t often spoken about! I give you my top tips to help you after birth to ease the fear and overwhelm of that first toilet trip
May 21, 202107:28
#33 Healing from Postnatal Depression with Tarryn Woods
Tarryn Woods, a full spectrum doula and mother of two shares her story about being diagnosed with and healing from postnatal depression
May 17, 202129:47
#32 The Benefits of Herbal Medicine for Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum
Find out what the many benefits are for using herbal medicine to support women through pregnancy, birth and postpartum
May 06, 202107:17
#31 Raspberry Leaf for Pregnancy & Beyond
Find out the many benefits of Raspberry Leaf and how it can support you in many ways from pregnancy to postpartum
May 04, 202106:06
#30 Understanding Postpartum OCD
This episode is all about an aspect of maternal mental health that doesn’t get enough spotlight. So this episode raises awareness about Postpartum OCD, it’s causes, prevalence plus signs/symptoms and treatment
Apr 27, 202112:10
#29 Optimal Childbirth Spacing
Did you know the WHO recommends waiting 24months before having another pregnancy? Find out why spacing your pregnancies is important and what the risks are for having closely spaced births 18 months and under.
Apr 20, 202117:48