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Prepare

Mercy Perinatal

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The Stages of Labour: Stage 3
11/03/2026 | 32 mins.
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In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by midwife Erica Spessot as they continue their six-part series exploring the stages of labour, right through to your baby’s Birth Day.
This episode focuses on the third stage of labour. It explores the delivery of the placenta and cutting of the umbilical cord.
Topics covered in this episode include:
Delivery of Placentaactive management (with medical intervention)
natural third stage, also called physiological or expectant management

Postpartum bleeding/haemorrhage
Cutting of umbilical cord
Stay tuned for the next episode, where Rangi and Erica take a deep dive into Stage 4 of Labour (recovery and bonding with baby).
The Stages of Labour: Stage 2
04/03/2026 | 24 mins.
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In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by midwife Erica Spessot as they continue their six-part series exploring the stages of labour, right through to your baby’s Birth Day.
This episode focuses on the second stage of labour. It explores what Erica describes as the "TV show end", where you will be pushing and finally meeting your baby.
Topics covered in this episode include:
10cm Dilation of Cervix
Baby's position and heart rate
Birthing persons positions
Duration of second stage and contributing factors
Pushing
The urge to open bowels (poo)
Maternal Exhaustion
When intervention may be required
Meeting baby - getting involved
Stay tuned for the next episode, where Rangi and Erica take a deep dive into Stage 3 of Labour (bonding with baby and delivery of placenta).
The Stages of Labour: Stage 1 - Early (Active) Labour
25/02/2026 | 21 mins.
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In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by midwife Erica Spessot as they continue their six-part series exploring the stages of labour, right through to your baby’s Birth Day.
This episode focuses on the early (active) phase of the first stage of labour. It explores what is happening from when the contractions "are long, strong, regular and here to stay", right up until it is time to push.
Topics covered in this episode include:
Contractions
Waters breaking
When to contact your healthcare provider/present to hospital
Pain relief options
Transition, the final, most intense part of active labor
Stay tuned for the next episode, where Rangi and Erica take a deep dive into Stage 2 of Labour (meeting your baby).
The Stages of Labour: Stage 1 - Early (Latent) Labour
18/02/2026 | 21 mins.
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In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by midwife Erica Spessot as they continue their six-part series exploring the stages of labour, right through to your baby’s Birth Day.
This episode focuses on the early (latent) phase of the first stage of labour. It explores the lead-up to pushing, which can begin days- or even weeks- before birth, as your body prepares and starts giving you signs of what’s to come.
Topics covered in this episode include:
Nesting
Braxton Hicks contractions
Prioritising self-care
Changes to the cervix (thinning and shortening)
Mucous plug and discharge
Key hormones, including oxytocin and melatonin
Contractions
Other symptoms that may occur during this stage
When to contact your healthcare provider for advice
Stay tuned for the next episode, where Rangi and Erica take a deep dive into the next phase of Stage 1- Active Labour - so you know what to expect every step of the way.
The Stages of Labour: Overview
11/02/2026 | 16 mins.
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In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by midwife Erica Spessot to kick off a six-part series exploring the stages of labour, all the way to your baby’s Birth Day.
This 16-minute overview walks through every stage of labour, from the very first contraction to recovery and bonding with your baby, highlighting the key moments in between.
The Stages of Labour series includes:
Overview
First Stage: Latent (Early) Labour
First Stage: Active Labour
Second Stage
Third Stage
Fourth Stage
Stay tuned for upcoming episodes, where each stage is explored in greater detail so you know what to expect every step of the way.

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About Prepare

“Prepare” is the Mercy Perinatal podcast dedicated to helping parents prepare for the journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. “Prepare” is hosted by Dr Rangi De Silva (specialist female obstetrician and gynaecologist) and Alison Abboud (registered midwife and nurse) who are joined by special guests along the way.We know that becoming a parent can be an exciting but daunting experience. We've created this podcast to provide parents with the information and resources they need to feel confident and prepared every step of the way. Our expert hosts and guests will share their evidence-based knowledge and experience on topics ranging from pre-conception, pregnancy, birth and postpartum. We want to empower parents with the tools and knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their pregnancy and baby's health.We are thrilled for you to join us on this exciting journey of parenthood with "Prepare."

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