The Data Behind Modern Motherhood: Emily Oster

The Data Behind Modern Motherhood: Emily Oster

What happens when the advice parents receive is driven more by fear than by evidence? In this episode of Do Not Disturb, I sit down with economist, bestselling author and mother Emily Oster for an honest conversation about modern parenting, decision-making, risk, and why so many parents feel paralysed by the pressure to get everything right. We live in an age of more parenting information than ever before. Yet many mothers and fathers feel less confident, more anxious, and more afraid of making the wrong decision. Emily has built her career by asking a different question: What does the evidence actually say? Together we explore how fear has become embedded in modern parenting, why guilt has become almost a default emotion for parents, and how understanding data can help us make calmer, more confident decisions. This isn’t a conversation about finding the perfect way to raise children. It’s a conversation about learning to trust yourself when the world is telling you there is only one right answer. In this episode we discuss: * Why parenting feels more overwhelming than ever * Pregnancy advice versus evidence * Vaccines, risk and making informed decisions * Screen time, phones and children’s independence * Why modern parents feel so guilty * Raising resilient children rather than perfectly protected ones * How data can reduce anxiety instead of creating it * What confident parenting actually looks like Whether you’re expecting your first child, raising teenagers, or simply trying to navigate modern family life with more confidence, this episode offers a thoughtful, evidence-based perspective on one of the biggest responsibilities we’ll ever have. About Emily Oster Emily Oster is a professor of economics at Brown University, bestselling author of Expecting Better, Cribsheet, The Family Firm and The Unexpected, and founder of ParentData. Through her books, research and writing, she has helped millions of parents make informed decisions by translating complex evidence into practical advice. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Hiba Siddiqui: The Truth About Postpartum Recovery

Hiba Siddiqui: The Truth About Postpartum Recovery Why are women expected to prepare for birth, but not for what comes after? In this episode of Do Not Disturb, I sit down with Hiba Siddiqui, founder of The Tenth Wellness, to discuss postpartum recovery, maternal health, motherhood, and the realities of healing after having a baby. We explore the physical, emotional, and identity shifts that many women experience after birth, why postpartum care remains overlooked, and what mothers actually need during the fourth trimester and beyond. This is a conversation about recovery, support, expectations, and giving women permission to prioritise their own wellbeing. In this episode, we discuss: • What postpartum recovery really looks like • Why so many mothers feel unsupported after birth • The physical and emotional impact of the fourth trimester • Pelvic floor health, healing, and recovery • Identity shifts after becoming a mother • Why maternal care needs to change • Asking for help and accepting support • Building a healthier motherhood experience Whether you're expecting a baby, navigating postpartum, supporting a new mother, or simply interested in women's health, this episode offers an honest and refreshing perspective on one of the most important and overlooked periods in a woman's life. Follow Do Not Disturb Podcast: Instagram and TikTok: @donotdisturbpods www.donotdisturbpodcast.com [http://www.donotdisturbpodcast.com/] Follow Simona: @greeninlondon The Tenth https://thetenthwellness.com/lander?utm_source=chatgpt.com [https://thetenthwellness.com/lander?utm_source=chatgpt.com] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Mimi Ikonn: “The Courage to Choose Yourself"

Mimi Ikonn: Motherhood, Ambition & Choosing Yourself What happens when the life you've worked so hard to build no longer feels aligned with the person you're becoming? In this episode of Do Not Disturb, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and mother Mimi Ikonn for an honest conversation about identity, ambition, motherhood, marriage, and the courage it takes to keep choosing yourself through every stage of life. We explore the invisible shifts that happen after becoming a mother, the pressure women feel to be everything to everyone, and why success often looks very different once children enter the picture. This isn't a conversation about having it all. It's a conversation about deciding what actually matters. In this episode, we discuss: • How motherhood changed Mimi's relationship with ambition • The hidden mental and emotional load many women carry • What a "good mother" really looks like • Marriage, partnership, and evolving together • Reinventing yourself without losing yourself • Why choosing yourself is not selfish • Building a life that feels aligned with who you are today Whether you're building a career, raising children, navigating a relationship, or quietly questioning the path you're on, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective on growth, identity, and modern womanhood. If this conversation resonates, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who might need to hear it. Follow Do Not Disturb Podcast: Instagram: @do.not.disturb.podcast Follow Mimi: @mimiikonn Follow Simona: @greeninlondon Mimi's book: Choose Yourself www.donotdisturbpodcast.com [http://www.donotdisturbpodcast.com/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

My Natural Unmedicated Birth Story: Simona Deifta

“I ripped out the IV, roared like a wild animal… and my baby flew out.” In this raw and deeply personal episode of Do Not Disturb, I share my unfiltered birth story. From resisting pressure to induce, to giving birth to a 4.3kg baby without medication, in my own way. After a medical system filled with fear-based advice and mounting interventions, I chose to listen to her body instead. The result? A powerful, instinctive, and emotional delivery that challenges everything we think we know about birth. Whether you're pregnant, planning, or just curious, this episode will leave you inspired, informed, and reminded of the power within. 👉 If this helped, share it with someone who needs to hear it and don’t forget to press the HYPE button! #NaturalBirth #birthstory #unmedicatedbirth #pregnancyjourney #donotdisturbpodcast ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Birth Without Fear: How to Prepare for a Natural Childbirth │ Catherine Rose-Bloom

Want to know how to walk into your birth feeling confident, prepared, and trusting your body? In this episode, I talk to Catherine Rose-Bloom, certified antenatal, birth and postnatal doula, to dive deep into natural, unmedicated childbirth, birth mindset, and practical tips every mother should know. We cover how to prepare physically, mentally and emotionally for labour, myth bust common medical narratives, and reveal actionable strategies to reduce fear and increase trust in your body. Whether you’re pregnant for the first time or preparing for your next birth, Catherine’s insights will help you feel seen, informed, and empowered. You’ll hear about: Techniques for coping with pain and breath work How to choose your support team (midwives, doulas, birth partners) The truth about interventions: What’s optional vs necessary Postnatal care and how to heal well physically & emotionally Real stories and wisdom based on Catherine’s work ✅ If you found this helpful, please like, comment your big takeaway, and share with other mothers who might benefit. ✅ For more birth, pregnancy, and motherhood content, hit Subscribe and ring the notification bell. 🔔 ✅ Check Catherine’s work on Instagram: @nourishandbloomdoula #NaturalChildbirth #BirthPreparation #PregnancyTips #motherhood #CatherineRoseBloom ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.