In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Anna about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with her children Hugo + Lucia. In this episode, we discuss:Midwife based in a different townPelvic painPregnancy MassageSpontaneous labourMeconium in watersSterile water injectionsGasTransitionEpisiotomyBreastfeeding challenges Tongue and lip tie MastitisOvulation sticks 2nd pregnancy Marginal cord insertionAntepartum HaemorrhagesBirth centre birth Waterbirth Covid Positive Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An episode with Mother, Unrefined. If you or someone you know is preparing to give birth or even if you want a chance to reflect on your own birth experience this episode is a must-listen!Episode Breakdown:What is hypnobirthing and how does it work?Why did you create Your Birth Project?What is covered in the course?Is it suitable for all births?what is the golden hour?Best ways for us to incorporate our partner?Main tips for those preparing to give birth?Interventions - how can we know when to trust our intuition?Inductions and what to expect?The stages of birth?Best snacks during labour?BRAIN? What is it and how does it help during labour?Birth plans - yay or nay?What can we pack for our hospital stay that helps with the initial first days?How does Your Birth Story support postpartum recovery?To find out more about Your Birth Project, visit:https://www.yourbirthproject.com/about-the-course Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Taylor about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with her daughter Hadley. In this episode, we discuss:Coming off pillOvulation trackingPositive pregnancy experienceMidwifery care SCBU nurse Antenatal ClassesYour Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course Planned Birth Centre birth Spontaneous labour 39+4Waters breaking Labouring at homeTens MachineBirth CentreWater Birth 2nd Degree Tear Antenatal Colostrum Expressing Things that Taylor found useful: Disposable adult underwear for bleeding postpartum Periwash bottle and Perispray Kiwi Crush Love2Dream swaddles Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Clare about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with her daughter Florence. In this episode, we discuss:PCOS LLETZ procedure First trimester food aversionsInsulin resistance Obstetric care Pregnancy at 36 years old 41 weeks induction Failed inductionEmergency C-section Covid Low Supply Exclusively pumpingCsection recovery You can find Clare The PCOS Nutritionist Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Angel about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with her daughter Vienna. In this episode, we discuss:Trying to fall pregnant Pregnancy symptoms Initial thoughts about birth Planning a home birth Gender disappointmentYour Birth Project Course Spontaneous labour Long early labour Epidural EpisiotomyForceps Baby BluesFeeling "love" for your baby Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.