The PWRMUMS Podcast

PART 2 0F 3 Meet Monica and Tamara. Together they started Physio Down Under – Singapore’s first dedicated women’s health physiotherapy practice. In this podcast they discuss postpartum care and the complications that can occur. Monica Donaldson and Tamara Gerdis have over 40 years combined women’s health physiotherapy experience. After working in other clinics in Singapore for a number of years, they saw the need for women to have a dedicated space with access to specialised women’s health physiotherapy care. Physio Down Under was then opened in August 2018 and was the first of its kind in Singapore. Since then, the demand for their high quality services has grown, and they have continued to bring on dedicated and experienced women’s health physiotherapists and Pilates instructors to continue to support the women of Singapore.

PART 1 OF 3 Meet Monica and Tamara. Together they started Physio Down Under – Singapore’s first dedicated women’s health physiotherapy practice. In this podcast they discuss when is the right time to see a physio after giving birth. Monica Donaldson and Tamara Gerdis have over 40 years combined women’s health physiotherapy experience. After working in other clinics in Singapore for a number of years, they saw the need for women to have a dedicated space with access to specialised women’s health physiotherapy care. Physio Down Under was then opened in August 2018 and was the first of its kind in Singapore. Since then, the demand for their high quality services has grown, and they have continued to bring on dedicated and experienced women’s health physiotherapists and Pilates instructors to continue to support the women of Singapore. ‍

PART 2 OF 2 Meet Dr Rebecca Daly, doctor at International Medical Clinic (IMC) Katong, Singapore. Here she discusses the importance of a postpartum check up at the 6-8 week mark. ‍Dr Daly has developed a keen interest in women’s health, having completed the Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (UK) in 2006 and the Diploma of Sexual and Reproductive Health (UK) 2009. She has been a member of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health for 10 years and is a qualified contraceptive coil and implant fitter. She has also completed the Diploma of Geriatric Medicine.

PART 1 OF 2 Meet Dr Rebecca Daly, doctor at International Medical Clinic (IMC) Katong, Singapore. Here she discusses all things contraception and how you can make better and more informed decisions. Dr Daly has developed a keen interest in women’s health, having completed the Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (UK) in 2006 and the Diploma of Sexual and Reproductive Health (UK) 2009. She has been a member of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health for 10 years and is a qualified contraceptive coil and implant fitter. She has also completed the Diploma of Geriatric Medicine.

PART 2 OF 2 Meet Lavania Rosie, Singaporean Indian mum and founder of Tinted Wateva, a collective of women of every colour on a quest to build a community that inspires, lifts and supports each other to explore a better and fulfilling life; and Dance Embassy, a company transforming lives through Dance and Fitness. Listen to her discuss overcoming imposter syndrome and how her business partner has blossomed into a 'Boss Babe'.

PART 1 OF 2 Meet Lavania Rosie, Singaporean Indian mum and founder of Tinted Wateva – a Collective of women of every colour on a quest to build a community that inspires, lifts and supports each other to explore a better and fulfilling life. Listen to how she started a business for women who come from all walks of life.

PART 1 OF 2 Meet Sarah Whyte, owner of Tiny Tot Snapshots, producer of monochrome baby milestone cards which include key milestones plus Singapore-specific cards. Black and white so they are gender neutral, match all baby clothes, stimulate your baby's vision and show up beautifully in all of your photos. As a new mum in Singapore, Sarah wanted to record special firsts in the city she called home, so she created these milestone cards.

Meet Soony, Singapore-based owner of restaurant Pinto Thai Tapas (Joo Chiat Road, Katong and Marina One). Listen to how she juggles her full time career in investment banking, running two restaurants, not neglecting her mummy duties to her 11 year old son and giving her time to charity work with the Thai Chamber of Commerce Singapore. In recent times, COVID-19 has had a detrimental impact on Singapore's Thai foreign worker community with many now isolated for precaution. This has limited their choice in daily food and as any Thai would know, Thai cuisine is a fundamental part of Thai culture. Soony has been a driving force to reach this community by providing daily meals. In collaboration with other Thai restaurants and government bodies, she is ensuring Thai meals are making their way to the migrant workforce to give them the comforts of home as they battle this pandemic. Pinto Thai Tapas is a tribute to Soony's beloved grandmother. “Pinto” is the word used in Thailand for the traditional lunch box used widely in Asia to carry tiffin meals. From her earliest years, growing up in Thailand, she holds cherished memories of the Pinto lunch box her grandmother would give her every morning to take to school. This is the experience that she is so passionate to share: freshly-made Thai food, brought to life from the pages of her grandmother’s recipe book, and presented with pride to you.

Meet Natasha Cullen, founder of Beloved Bumps (UK) in 2012 and Beloved Bumps (SG) in 2017. After realising expecting women were coming to hospital without being fully informed of all their options, or being prepared for situations that may arise, she decided to do something about it. Her aim is to inform all women about what could happen during labour, birth, and the early days at home – empowering her clients with knowledge. Tash grew up in Singapore before moving to London where she completed her BSc in Midwifery. After gaining her BSc in Midwifery, she went on to work in top London hospitals, caring for women in both high and low risk pregnancies. Taking her learnings from Beloved Bumps, Tash is now embarking on a new mission to unearth, connect and celebrate other female founders just like her. ‍

Meet Rebecca Craig, CEO and Founder of BE-X, a Singapore-based coaching service to help emerging leaders and emerging businesses fly. Bex is an active advocate for diversity, inclusion and belonging. She is particularly motivated by working with female leaders and business owners to help accelerate the realisation of their aspirations. She has led a number of community and organisational efforts to promote, inspire and cultivate these themes and create tangible and meaningful impact. My role really is to help you maximise your potential and give you the tools to do that. Listen to her talk about the challenges of starting a new business with a young family, her coaching style, her two very different birthing experiences and how she is affectionately known as Bessie the Cow.