Best Episiotomy Podcasts (2025)

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Zoe, Tobi + Teddy: Preeclampsia | Induction, COVID Positive, Episiotomy and Forcep delivery, Medical Miscarriage, Positive Healing Homebirth 1:31:20

29d ago1:31:20

1:31:20

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Zoe. Some of the topics we cover: Coming off the pill after many years Covid pregnancy LMC stopped practicing due to Covid Vaccination mandate Antenatal Course, Hapū Wānanga…

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Postpartum Realness: Part One 40:47

4h ago40:47

40:47

In today's episode, midwives Sarah and Charli dive into the raw, real, and often surprising realities of the postpartum experience. From physical challenges like constipation and breastfeeding difficulties to emotional hurdles like isolation, sleep deprivation, and relationship stress, this candid conversation normalizes the highs and lows of life …

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Devon, Beau + Jett - Early Waters breaking, Induction Birth Stories, Fast Transition in 2nd Birth 42:12

6d ago42:12

42:12

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Devon. Some of the topics we cover: TTC Fertility Support meetings COVID birth Induction Early waters breaking PCOS Gas not turned on Chemical pregnancy Fast transition stag…

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Tabitha’s Triumphant Homebirth with Hearth & Home Midwifery 46:11

14d ago46:11

46:11

In today’s episode, midwife Sarah interviews Tabitha and KD, a couple who had their baby with Hearth & Home Midwifery. Tabitha became pregnant with their baby after an arduous fertility journey and was in her 40’s when she gave birth at home with our practice. The episode highlights the emotional and physical aspects of home birth, challenges faced…

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BONUS: Jordyn's Life Update - Jan 2025 14:35

20d ago14:35

14:35

Listen to me ramble on about what's going on for me in 2025. I share about pregnancy loss in this episode so if that doesn't feel like something you are in the place to listen to right now, skip this episode. Jordyn x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Gennady + Olive: Missed Miscarriage, Pregnancy Anxiety, Poor Care from Hospital Midwife, Unplanned Homebirth, Umbilical Cord Rupture, NICU - Hyperglycemia 58:16

20d ago58:16

58:16

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Gennady (@gennadylacey). Some of the topics we cover: TTC for 2 years Pregnancy + Missed Miscarriage 12 week scan no heartbeat Pregnancy Loss Anxiety after pregnancy loss Pr…

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Taking Your Questions: Shoulder Dystocia 31:43

28d ago31:43

31:43

On Today's episode, Sarah and Charli answer a listener's question about shoulder dystocia and her baby's NICU admission during a previous birth. Now pregnant again, she wonders if she should expect another shoulder dystocia and what steps she can take to prepare. This episode explores factors contributing to shoulder dystocia, the likelihood of rec…

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That Mama Farming: Ovulation Tracking, Premature Labour and Birth, Postpartum with a Premature Baby 1:03:09

1M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to That Mama Farming who doesn't share her name or her babies name on Social Media. Some of the topics we cover: Coming off the pill Cystic Acne post coming off pill Tracking o…

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Taking Your Questions: A Question from a Student Midwife 45:33

1M ago45:33

45:33

In today's episode, Sarah & Charli answer an audio question from a listener and student midwife who wonders how to create balance and sustainability as a student midwife and practicing midwife. --- The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of midwifery, medicine, or other professio…

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Jess + Sadie: Hypnobirthing, Positive 20h Home Birth 52:30

1M ago52:30

52:30

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jess. Some of the topics we cover: Hypnobirthing Planning a homebirth (Bloom Birth Pools) Birth Mindset Positive Pregnancy journey Spontaneous labour at home 20hr labour and…

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Taking Your Questions: Episiotomy 31:03

2M ago31:03

31:03

In today’s episode Sarah & Charli talk all about episiotomies, or artificially cutting the perineal tissue during a birth. They answer a listener question about why it’s done, the prevalence, how it can be avoided, and what recovery looks like. --- The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the …

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Placental and Cord Management in the Midwifery Model 28:47

3M ago28:47

28:47

Sarah & Charli talk about management of the placenta, called the third stage, and cutting the cord in a home birth. They get a little more into the nuance of what’s happening naturally with the placenta after the birth of the baby and how clients and midwives can work together to help birth the placenta and, when the time is right, cut the umbilica…

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Oh SH*T - All About Meconium 16:31

3M ago16:31

16:31

There are a lot of misconceptions about meconium, or baby’s first poop, when it comes to safety in birth. Does meconium always mean there has to be a Cesarean? What is the problem with meconium, anyway? Why do babies pass meconium in the womb? The midwives answer all these questions and more in today’s episode. --- The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is …

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Mariana and Kevin’s Homebirth Story 46:45

4M ago46:45

46:45

Charli sits down with beloved Hearth and Home clients, Mariana and Kevin. Hear from them about how they decided that homebirth midwifery care was right for them with their second pregnancy, the impact that the midwifery care model had on their birth experience, and the exciting story of their homebirth under our care! --- The Homebirth Midwife Podc…

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Oxytocin - The Key to a Natural Birth 14:26

4M ago14:26

14:26

On today's episode, Sarah and Charli talk about the role of oxytocin in a physiologic birth, how to increase oxytocin, and how homebirth encourages oxytocin to be as high as possible. --- The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of midwifery, medicine, or other professional health…

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Georgia, Thomas + Olivia - Emergency Csection, HIE / Oxygen Starvation, Serious Post Birth Complications, Birth Trauma | Doula in 2nd Pregnancy, Healing VBAC 1:30:15

4M ago1:30:15

1:30:15

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Georgia. Some of the topics we cover: 2 pregnancy and birth stories Hypnobirthing and Antenatal courses Birth Plans Hospital Birth Significant meconium in waters Emergency C…

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Leaving the Hospital Postpartum 48:02

4M ago48:02

48:02

In today’s episode, Sarah and Charli talk about something that seems to be darn near impossible: getting the heck out of the hospital after you’ve had a baby, especially after a transfer from midwifery care. We go over why it’s difficult, what we think informs that, and how to figure out what’s right for you and advocate for it in terms of going ho…

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Abby, Franco + Alfie - Placenta Accreta, Surprise Pregnancy 22 weeks, 2 x Csections, Hysterectomy 1:04:06

5M ago1:04:06

1:04:06

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Abby. Some of the topics we cover: Unplanned pregnancy found out at 22 weeks Breech baby Planned Csection Challenging recovery Blended family Placenta Previa Placenta Accret…

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Taking Your Questions! 26:44

5M ago26:44

26:44

We’re back with another episode of answering your questions! Today we get listener questions regarding pain management in birth, well-baby care in the midwifery model, and how we approach working with other medical professionals when we may not see eye to eye. --- The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not…

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Gemma, Kairo + Taika - Induction, Emergency Csection, Breastfeeding Challenges, Postnatal Depression, Pregnancy Loss, Positive Healing 2nd Birth, VBAC 1:42:20

5M ago1:42:20

1:42:20

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Gemma. Some of the topics we cover: Unplanned pregnancy at 20 years old Induction Lack of birth education Emergency Csection Birth Trauma Poor hospital experience Breastfeed…

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Briana's Story with Hearth and Home 45:08

5M ago45:08

45:08

In Briana's case, the third time's a charm! Hear from Briana about her pregnancy experiences in midwifery care and how she worked with Hearth and Home on blood pressure management with her third pregnancy. She talks about her prenatal care and how she finally had her triumphant homebirth! --- The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general information…

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BONUS: Self Care Postpartum 17:41

6M ago17:41

17:41

My first solo episode in a while! But feels like a good place to start - if you are about to go into your postpartum journey, you're there right now or you know someone who is, this ep is for you! Some of the items mentioned in this episode: Finger Food Nails (Stick on nails you can do at home + they look amazing) Pure Mama Belly Oil Skin Care (my …

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Samatha, Freddie + Louie - Low AMH, Egg Retrieval, Twin Pregnancy, Induction, Emergency Csection 1:12:41

6M ago1:12:41

1:12:41

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sam. Some of the topics we cover: Autoimmune conditions AMH Level testing Low AMH Egg Retrieval Spontaneous pregnancy Twin Pregnancy OBGYN care Balloon Catheter Induction Ep…

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Real Food for Fertility with Lily Nichols, RDN CDE 46:47

6M ago46:47

46:47

Today midwife Sarah interviews Lily Nichols, RDN, CDE about her new book, “Real Food for Fertility”. Lily and Sarah talk all about the importance of protein for fertility, maximizing pre-conception nutritional intake, and how to avoid some of the common misconceptions and mistakes of the preconception period. --- Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietit…

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A Homebirth Story with Melodie & Wes 52:46

6M ago52:46

52:46

Midwife Charli sits down with former HAH clients Melodie & Wes. Listen to their story to learn about how Wes went from feeling unsure about homebirth to realizing that midwifery care was actually the most thorough and partner inclusive care model. Melodie shares about her pregnancy journey in our office and also all about her epic homebirth with he…

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Anna, Ziggy + Ardie - SGA babies, Positive Induction Births, Postpartum Mental Health 54:10

7M ago54:10

54:10

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by the InfaGroup who make my favourite Carseats for children. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Anna. Some of the topics we cover: SGA babies Induction Births Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course PICU Breastfeeding challenges Postpartum Depression Please seek support for an…

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Why Your Midwives Come in Active Labor 19:14

7M ago19:14

19:14

If you’re a long-time listener, you’ve heard it. Your midwives will come and stay with you continuously in active labor. But… why? What’s that about and how is it protective of physiologic birth? Find out in today’s episode! --- The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of midwifer…

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Interview with Documentary Filmmakers of ‘Born At Home’ 53:48

7M ago53:48

53:48

In today’s episode, midwife Sarah talks with Amanda Banks and Eleanor Currie, two home birth moms who made the new documentary “Born at Home” about home birth in Queensland, Australia. They talk all about the documentary, the process of making it, and what they learned about home birth along the way. Here’s more information on the film and how to w…

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Makenzie + Isla: Surprise pregnancy, 41+6 birth, Misoprostol Induction, Csection, Positive Breastfeeding journey 56:58

7M ago56:58

56:58

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Hotmilk save 20% off full priced items with code kiwibirthtales In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Makenzie. Some of the topics we cover: Surprise Pregnancy NIPT Gender reveal Inter-cranial Hypertension Your Birth Project (online and in person) Stretch and sweeps 41+6 birth …

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Precipitous Homebirth Story with Julia and Grant 55:56

8M ago55:56

55:56

Midwife Charli sits down with former clients, Julia and Grant, as they tell the story of their experience with midwifery care and homebirth! Hear them talk about their first two births in hospital based care, the meaningful parts of transitioning to midwifery care for their third baby, and how their homebirth experience, while surprising, was ultim…

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Abby + Elsie: 42 Week Induction, Retained Placenta Surgery, 3L Haemorrhage, Loss of Husband to Terminal Brain Cancer, Parenting through Grief 1:32:39

8M ago1:32:39

1:32:39

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Abby. Some of the topics we cover: Pregnancy symptoms 42 week Induction Stretch and sweeps Quick Dilation minimal pain Long pushing stage Cam caught Elsie Birth similarities to Abby's Mum Retained Placenta Blood Loss / H…

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Sophie + Wyatt: Pregnancy Loss, Epidural, Episiotomy + Ventouse delivery, Postpartum Psychosis 1:01:13

8M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sophie. Some of the topics we cover: Pregnancy Loss Chemical Pregnancy 14 months trying to conceive Your Birth Project course Hatched Antenatal Birth Centre to Hospital transfer Epidural Episiotomy Ventouse Jaundice (hos…

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Late Term Pregnancy & Fetal Surveillance 47:02

8M ago47:02

47:02

This episode is all about pregnancies that go past the due date, what the complications of that can be, how we manage it in the midwifery model, and what the options are for assessing baby’s wellbeing during this period. TW: We talk about late-term pregnancy loss in this episode, so please take care of your hearts when deciding whether this episode…

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Kaz + Elsie - Pregnancy Loss, IVF, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Induction, Positive CSection 45:13

8M ago45:13

45:13

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kaz. Some of the topics we cover: Pregnancy Loss PCOS IVF NIPT Hyperemesis Gravidarum Advocating for induction Induction Misoprostol Balloon Catheter Attempt to break waters Csection Positive birth story Mild Gestational…

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Kelsey's Experience with Midwifery Care 37:50

9M ago37:50

37:50

Listen to Charli talk with a former HAH client, Kelsey, about her experience with midwifery care. Kelsey had two babies at home with HAH. She talks about her births and also about what it's like to experience the midwifery care model, to be in charge of the healthcare experience, and to have relationships with one's maternity care providers. --- ht…

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Courtney, Beau + Luca - Cholestasis of Pregnancy, Gestational Diabetes, 2 Positive Inductions, Cystic Fibrosis Diagnosis post 2nd birth 1:28:14

9M ago1:28:14

1:28:14

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Courtney. Some of the topics we cover: Coming off the pill Changing midwife at 10 weeks Local Antenatal course Cholestasis of Pregnancy (itchy hands and feet first symptoms) Gestational Diabetes Stretch and Sweep Induction after…

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Selena + Sloane - 38 Wks Preeclampsia, Positive Birth Story, Induction, Epidural, Re-admission to Hospital postpartum for High Blood Pressure 43:45

9M ago43:45

43:45

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Selena. Some of the topics we cover: Endometriosis Mirena Morning Sickness Ondansetron NIPT Travelling in first trimester Keeping sex of baby a surprise Hatched Antenatal Your Birth Project course Antenatal expressing Evening Pr…

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Homebirth Story with Megan 42:22

9M ago42:22

42:22

In this episode a former Hearth and Home client, Megan, tells her story and talks about why, as a healthcare professional herself, she knew that homebirth was the best option for her family! Hear about her redemptive homebirth and how much midwifery care meant to her along the way. --- https://hearthandhomemidwifery.com…

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Manaia, George, Flynn + Oscar - Prenatal Anxiety, Emergency Csection, VBAC, Induction + Gender Disappointment 1:42:57

9M ago1:42:57

1:42:57

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Manaia. Some of the topics we cover: Prenatal Anxiety Stretch and Sweeps Emergency Csection after spontaneous labour VBAC Broken ankle in pregnancy Cosleeping Induction Late success with Breastfeeding Please seek support for any…

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Tongue Tie Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment with Dr. Michelle Gerbi, DC, IBCLC 44:55

10M ago44:55

44:55

On today’s episode, Sarah interviews Dr. Michelle Gerbi, a lactation consultant and chiropractor in Hood River, Oregon, who specializes in perinatal and infant care. Dr. Gerbi talks all about tongue tie signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and how to think about tongue tie if you’re wondering if that’s part of your baby’s feeding issue…

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Lucie + Ariki - Spontaneous Labour at 41+4, Meconium Aspiration, Emergency C-Section under General Anaesthetic, SCBU 57:11

10M ago57:11

57:11

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Lucie. Some of the topics we cover: Easy journey to pregnancy after Copper IUD Overdue (41+4) Braxton Hicks Expressing Colostrum Spontaneous labour at home Midwife appointment (2cm dilated) Planned Hospital birth 5cm dilated whe…

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Taking Your Calls 29:26

10M ago29:26

29:26

Sarah & Charli answer listener questions in this first-ever episode of Q&A format. If you have a question for the midwives, please call 971-361-8144 and leave your question as a voice mail to hear it on an episode soon! --- https://hearthandhomemidwifery.com

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Shannon + Elsie - Unplanned Pregnancy, Planned Homebirth, Positive Birth Story, Breastfeeding Challenges 43:08

10M ago43:08

43:08

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Shannon. Some of the topics we cover: Unplanned pregnancy early in relationship Not enjoying being pregnant Pregnancy care (acupuncture) Planning a home birth Spontaneous labour at home Home birth Tear / stitches repaired at hom…

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Kate, Hazel, Taika + Amaia - Miscarriage, BEHR Syndrome, Genetic Testing, CSection Births 1:15:53

10M ago1:15:53

1:15:53

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kate. Some of the topics we cover: Miscarriage / Pregnancy Loss OBGYN care Midwifery care Induction - reduced movement Emergency C-section Breastfeeding challenges Failure to thrive Low Muscl…

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Lauren + Ardie - 2 Early Pregnancy Losses, PROM Labour, Misoprostol Induction, Positive end of Birth Story 56:25

10M ago56:25

56:25

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Lauren. Some of the topics we cover: Tracking Cycles Early Pregnancy Losses Low HCG on blood tests NIPT Early pregnancy symptoms Acupunture Birth Plans Ina May Gaskin - A Guide to Childbirth …

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Eye Infection vs. Plugged Tear Duct 10:20

10M ago10:20

10:20

How can you tell the difference between a plugged tear duct and an eye infection in your newborn baby? Sarah & Charli talk all about the common condition of a plugged tear duct and how to tell if it’s something more serious. --- https://hearthandhomemidwifery.com

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Bonus: Birth Library - MUST LISTEN 16:35

11M ago16:35

16:35

This bonus episode is all about your Birth Library - what that means and why it matters. Hear from host Jordyn in this solo episode where she uses the Your Birth Project course to help you have a better birth. Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below: Mental Health in Pregnancy Perinatal Depression and Anxiet…

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Gemma, Coco + Belle: 2 Positive Birth Stories at Birth Centre 50:06

11M ago50:06

50:06

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Gemma. Some of the topics we cover: Positive Birth Stories Birth Centre Births Stretch and Sweeps Spontaneous labour Moxibustion Acupuncture Youngest Cosmetic Injection in NZ Returning to wor…

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Jess + Kai: Weight Loss Surgery, Endometriosis + PCOS, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, PUPPPS Rash, Emergency Csection 1:06:50

11M ago1:06:50

1:06:50

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jess. Some of the topics we cover: Weight Loss Surgery Endometriosis PCOS Hyperemesis gravidarum Pregnancy Challenges PUPPPS Rash Spontaneous Labour Baby in distress Emergency Csection Csecti…

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All about Homebirth Midwifery Care with Jen 57:26

11M ago57:26

57:26

Charli meets with a former Hearth and Home client, Jen, to talk about the differences Jen experienced going from hospital based care to homebirth midwifery care. Jen shares about her homebirth VBAC under the care of Hearth and Home and she talks about the magic of homebirth midwifery care in its entirety starting from the very first appointment all…

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