The Hyperemesis Files
A podcast all about the severe pregnancy condition Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Each week women who are currently suffering with, or who have survived Hyperemesis will tell their stories to HG Campaigner, Presenter and CEO of Pregnancy Sickness Support Charity, Charlotte Howden. Some weeks we will also feature experts from the HG research community and charity sector.
Episodes
27 episodes
The final ever episode of the Hyperemesis Files Podcast
This is the last episode of Series 3 and the last ever episode of the Hyperemesis Files Podcast (although I never say never). On today's show I am joined by Rowan. Rowan is 25 and lives in Lancashire with her husband Alex and her 18 month old d...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:22:37
Series 3 - Episode 7
On this week's show I am joined by Jess who lives in Canberra in Australia. Jess has suffered from two Hyperemesis pregnancies with her sons. She left 5 years between the two as it took her that long to mentally prepare for another pregnancy....
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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51:00
Series 3 - Episode 6
On this week's podcast I am joined by Danika. Danika is a mother of one from Somerset in the UK. Danika's story is really telling of just how bad the treatment of HG women in certain areas/hospitals/post codes in the UK can be!Her treat...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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48:27
Series 3 - Episode 5
On this week's podcast I am joined by Jeenie, a mother of three from Canada. Jeenie is the CEO and Head Trainer of KeepFit Women a fitness and health brand. In our chat we spoke predominantly about her third pregnancy (her first tw...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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39:51
Series 3 - Episode 4
On this weeks podcast is Danea. A mother of two from California, USA. Her two Hyperemesis experiences were 11 years apart, and her second pregnancy was a complete surprise after failed IVF attempts with her new husband. Whilst they...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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46:26
Series 3 - Episode 3
This week I am joined by Sophie, a young mum of one from the North of England.Sophie tells us about her first and possibly last experience with Hyperemesis in particular focusing on having HG during a global pandemic.Possibly du...
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27:59
Series 3 - Episode 2
This week I am joined by Megan who is currently living in Australia and has suffered with Hyperemesis twice with both her pregnancies. Originally from America Megan has experienced pregnancies in both countries,Megan's symptoms we...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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43:08
Series 3 - Episode 1
In this Series of the Hyperemesis Files we are going to be concentrating on different viewpoints and aspects of the Hyperemesis journey.In Episode 1 I am joined by Michelle who is the founder of Fat and Pregnant. Michelle and I go throu...
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51:34
Series 2 - Episode 9
This week my guest is a mother of two daughters. She has had four Hyperemesis pregnancies two of which ended with a termination.As my final guest of 2020, I am honoured that she has decided to share her story with me and the rest of the...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:03:27
Series 2 - Episode 8
This week my guest is Lara, a mother of two who works as an art psychotherapist in a hospice. Lara's story is very complex and raises lots of important issues.Her first pregnancy was a typical "HG pregnancy", not being told about medica...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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48:28
Series 2 - Episode 7
This week on the Hyperemesis Files Podcast I chat to Camilla, a mum of one from London. Camilla saw more GPs, Consultants and Obstetricians than she could remember, desperately searching for an answer to her pain and suffering.What is i...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:05:44
Series 2 - Episode 6
This week I talk to Kimberly, mom to a daughter who live in Dallas, Texas. Kimberly suffered with one of the worst Hyperemesis cases her doctors had ever seen. So much so, she has decided to not have anymore children, something her husband supp...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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50:59
Series 2 - Episode 5
This week on the Hyperemesis Files podcast you are in for a treat. This weeks guest is Kay, a mum of 2 boys who made a change in her career from an Oncology Nurse to a Sister on an Early Pregnancy Unit after suffering with Hyperemesis in both h...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:00:54
Series 2 - Episode 4
This week I speak with Alethiea, a mother of two from the UK. Alethiea suffered with 3 Hyperemesis pregnancies and has two children.In this episode we talk about her history with Hyperemesis (her mother wasn't diagnosed with HG, but we ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:03:31
Series 2 - Episode 3
As series 2 continues, I want to explore deeper in to women's stories with hyperemesis. As a community we have to create a safe space for everyone to share. This week Victoria talks to me about her two hyperemesis pregnancies and how the result...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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54:38
Series 2 - Episode 2
On Episode 2 - Series 2 of the Hyperemesis Files podcast I am joined by Stefanie, a mum of one from London. Stefanie and I walk through her journey with Hyperemesis which began almost immediately. At 5 weeks pregnant she was already admitted to...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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45:18
Series 2 - Episode 1
The Hyperemesis Files podcast is back for series 2. This week I am joined by Jyoti who is a mum of one from London and the co-host of her own podcast the Native Immigrants.Jyoti and I talk through her HG journey both physical and mental...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:03:20
Series 1 - Bonus Episode
This is a bonus episode of the Hyperemesis Files Podcast. I was lucky enough to interview for social media the wonderful Michelle Nicholson MBACP (Snr Accred) BACP Registered and Senior Accredited Counsellor. Michelle us the only HG Counsellor ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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38:25
Episode 9
The final episode in Series 1 of the Hyperemesis Files Podcast (although there is a cheeky bonus one next week) A podcast presented by Hyperemesis Campaigner Charlotte Howden. Each episode Charlotte talks to HG survivors about their personal st...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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35:54
Episode 8
This is the eighth episode of the Hyperemesis Files. A podcast presented by Hyperemesis Campaigner Charlotte Howden. Each episode Charlotte talks to HG survivors about their personal story with Hyperemesis. In this episode, Charlotte talk...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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36:47
Episode 7
This is the seventh episode of the Hyperemesis Files. A podcast presented by Hyperemesis Campaigner Charlotte Howden. Each episode Charlotte talks to HG survivors about their personal story with Hyperemesis. In this episode, Charlotte talks to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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48:15
Episode 6
In 2018 Charlotte interviewed Dr Marlena Fejzo for the Sick - The Battle Against HG Documentary. Marlena is a faculty researcher with joint appointments in the department of Medicine at UCLA and the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at US...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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22:29
Episode 5
This is the fifth episode of the Hyperemesis Files. A podcast presented by Hyperemesis Campaigner Charlotte Howden. Each episode Charlotte talks to HG survivors about their personal story with Hyperemesis. In this episode, Charlotte talks to Cl...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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45:24