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Straitalking

Kathy Rougier

Booking Overview

Interview-led parenting consumer-advice series focused on evaluating pregnancy, postpartum, baby and parenting products with professionals, founders, experts and community voices. Credible pitches include qualified clinicians, sleep consultants, child-development specialists, parenting educators, safety experts and founders with relevant product expertise; booking difficulty is likely low for accessible, evidence-based professionals rather than high-profile celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 8

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: Singapore

Instagram: 1.3k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

kathy@pregnantandpopped.com

kathy@empowa.sg

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Host

Kathy Rougier - Founder of Empowa and creator of Straitalking, Kathy Rougier leads practical conversations that examine products, services and advice through evidence, lived experience and real-world usefulness.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Qualified practitioners, specialists, founders or experienced community voices with direct expertise in pregnancy, postpartum recovery, infant care, child development, parenting products, safety or family wellbeing. Evidence-based knowledge and practical experience are especially relevant.
Required Achievements:  
Relevant professional qualifications or certifications, Substantial clinical or practitioner experience, Founder or leadership experience in a relevant business, Evidence-based expertise in pregnancy, parenting or child development

Recent Guest Discussions

Evelyn Bonney - The Usefulness, Safety And Limitations Of The ZAZU Robby Baby Rocker; On-the-go Naps; Infant Sleep Foundations; And When Families May Need Broader Sleep Support.

Recent Topics

Parenting, Pregnancy, Postpartum, Baby Products, Infant Sleep

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Straitalking
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Are Wearable Breast Pumps Worth It? An IBCLC Reviews the Elvie

October 05, 2026

Are wearable breast pumps worth it when you want more freedom but also need pumping to work for you? Kathy Rougier and Eliza Koo, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) from Tender Loving Milk, discuss the Elvie, milk supply, flange fit and what to consider before spending S$600-700.Can a wearable replace a traditional double electric pump? What if the fit is wrong? And could your budget be better spent on breastfeeding support?ABOUT THE PRODUCTThe Elvie Wearable Breast...

Can pillows fix Flat Head in babies? Is a Head Shaping Pillow Worth It?

September 28, 2026

Can a flat head pillow correct your baby's head shape, or is it a quick fix that misses the bigger picture? Kathy joins osteopaths Gregory Durand and Xiaodane Hancart to discuss what parents should consider before buying one.In this episode of Straitalking with Pregnant and Popped's Worth It? series, a pillow costing under S$7 opens up a conversation about flat head syndrome, positional plagiocephaly, neck preferences and the pressure to find a solution.Why might a baby favour turning one way...

Can an anti-choking device save your baby's life? Are anti-choking devices Worth It?

September 21, 2026

Choking is one of those emergencies many parents fear – so is buying an anti-choking device a sensible extra precaution, or could relying on one actually delay the first aid that matters most?In this episode of Worth It?, Kathy puts a generic anti-choking device bought online for around $20 to nurse and first aid instructor Maggie Sinclair from First Aid Tuition.They look at where these devices may fit in a choking emergency, why standard first aid remains the priority, the risks around count...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Straitalking
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How do I get in touch with Straitalking?

Straitalking is hosted by Kathy Rougier. Its publicly listed emails are kathy@pregnantandpopped.com and kathy@empowa.sg. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Straitalking?

The publicly listed emails for Straitalking: kathy@pregnantandpopped.com and kathy@empowa.sg.

How many listeners does Straitalking have?

Podseeker estimates Straitalking reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Straitalking?

Straitalking typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Qualified practitioners, specialists, founders or experienced community voices with direct expertise in pregnancy, postpartum recovery, infant care, child development, parenting products, safety or family wellbeing. Evidence-based knowledge and practical experience are especially relevant. Common among recent guests: Relevant professional qualifications or certifications; Substantial clinical or practitioner experience; Founder or leadership experience in a relevant business. Recent guests include Evelyn Bonney.

How hard is it to get booked on Straitalking?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Straitalking cover?

Recent episodes cover Parenting, Pregnancy, Postpartum, Baby Products, and Infant Sleep. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

kathy@pregnantandpopped.com

kathy@empowa.sg

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