Ellidy Pullin’s most courageous act was becoming a mother, but that doesn’t make it easy. On sleepless nights, through the baby-blues, and even in moments of pure bliss, grief doesn’t stop. Speaking to host Davina Smith, Ellidy reveals the bittersweet moments of Minnie’s first couple of months at home, and how she learnt to balance both joy and sorrow in one hand; a task she’s still practicing today. Later, Dr Kath Whitton, Fertility Specialist, and clinical team lead at Gidget, Amelia Walker, join Davina for a roundtable discussion on protecting your mental health through the notoriously challenging process of IVF, whether you’re embarking on that journey posthumously like Ellidy did, or not. They delve into the medical intricacies of the process, explore the strains it can place on relationships, and offer strategies to safeguard oneself when the outcome falls short of expectations.

Thanks to Peaches Pilates for making this episode possible. Discount code expires Sep 30th 24, available for new subscribers online. Head to peachespilates.com. 

You can hear more from Ellidy on her podcast Darling, Shine! Or follow her instagram. 

Dr Kath Whitton can be found on her website drkathwhitton.com.au, or follow her on instagram. 

Find support, read real stories, or become part of the Gidget collective by visiting our website, gidgetfoundation.org.au. You can also find us on instagram. 



CREDITS

Hosts: Davina Smith
Producer: Kelsey Menzies 
Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone
Managing Producer: Todd Stevens 

Ellidy Pullin’s most courageous act was becoming a mother, but that doesn’t make it easy. On sleepless nights, through the baby-blues, and even in moments of pure bliss, grief doesn’t stop. Speaking to host Davina Smith, Ellidy reveals the bittersweet moments of Minnie’s first couple of months at home, and how she learnt to balance both joy and sorrow in one hand; a task she’s still practicing today. Later, Dr Kath Whitton, Fertility Specialist, and clinical team lead at Gidget, Amelia Walker, join Davina for a roundtable discussion on protecting your mental health through the notoriously challenging process of IVF, whether you’re embarking on that journey posthumously like Ellidy did, or not. They delve into the medical intricacies of the process, explore the strains it can place on relationships, and offer strategies to safeguard oneself when the outcome falls short of expectations.
Thanks to Peaches Pilates for making this episode possible. Discount code expires Sep 30th 24, available for new subscribers online. Head to <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/chK4CNLJ74FXX6Jvfr2GC6?domain=peachespilates.com/" data-outlook-id="7b3e38b0-1188-4cfd-bb95-3d41177cef81">peachespilates.com</a>. 
You can hear more from Ellidy on her podcast Darling, Shine! Or follow her <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/b1pxCOMKJ4c44OlqT5je5R?domain=instagram.com" data-outlook-id="269f5427-e467-470f-8521-63b1dad3ecb1">instagram. </a>
Dr Kath Whitton can be found on her website <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/N_BNCP7L64fMM69yhBqySA?domain=drkathwhitton.com.au/" data-outlook-id="afcf7ee6-201e-4b10-8b2b-063bd52b1a08">drkathwhitton.com.au</a>, or follow her on <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/pmmlCQnMA4crrRgzIQV5YQ?domain=instagram.com" data-outlook-id="b4d25ad7-7ece-43ef-b927-85c31875c788">instagram. </a>
Find support, read real stories, or become part of the Gidget collective by visiting our website, <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/F0G-CRON89FBBOo7HXRX_j?domain=gidgetfoundation.org.au/" data-outlook-id="85a6187e-953f-40ff-b4c3-465c1915b29c">gidgetfoundation.org.au</a>. You can also find us on <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/_6JcCVARJ6s99ZmOTMj1Za?domain=instagram.com/" data-outlook-id="6c59f1a8-a5f1-4138-988c-868f816392bc">instagram. </a>
 
CREDITS  
Hosts:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/davinasmith9/?hl=en"> Davina Smith</a> Producer: Kelsey Menzies  Audio Imager: Kelli Foulstone Managing Producer: Todd Stevens

Join news presenter Davina Smith in a podcast that tells the silent truth of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA) loudly, in raw and honest accounts from some of the one in five mothers and one and ten fathers living with it. Paired with expert insights from psychologists and counsellors in the field, this podcast, made in partnership with Gidget Foundation Australia, explores the realities of parenthood, breaks down stigma surrounding perinatal mental health, and gives you the tools on how and when to seek support.  

Join news presenter Davina Smith in a podcast that tells the silent truth of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA) loudly, in raw and honest accounts from some of the one in five mothers and one and ten fathers living with it. Paired with expert insights from psychologists and counsellors in the field, this podcast, made in partnership with Gidget Foundation Australia, explores the realities of parenthood, breaks down stigma surrounding perinatal mental health, and gives you the tools on how and when to seek support.

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