Celebrating the Power of Informed Birth with Guest, Davina McCall
Davina McCall joins the Birth-ed Podcast to share her transformative journey from anxious first-time mum to empowered birth advocate. Celebrating the launch of Davina's new book "Birthing," co-written with midwife Marley Henry – a judgment-free guide that supports women through conception, pregnancy, birth and beyond.Davina and I explore what's missing from modern maternity care, celebrate the wonder of pregnancy and birth and empower you to navigate you rbirth choices with confidence and a sense of self. A gorgeous listen if you're having a pregnancy wobble, need a lift or a nudge to remember just what a fantastic job you're doing already. Listen now to discover how finding your voice in pregnancy can transform not just your birth experience, but your entire parenting journey.______________________Buy Davina McCall's book Birthing here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/BIRTHING-self-help-Menopausing-pregnancy-conception/dp/0008701849/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1760F0DVHUO9W&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hlxLo4mQmYpEQlQIENFmfY3Yj4GUM-kOY3V0vzLDGsVoNsIMtK2FWgHxPM3NSYXd-z08j10hzgFjQG27_g04h_ZgjQ-CNouh9XRZPBBZDR0uKPMp0ixA7R3Qf3FKLX3E47eMf20-JF0_-zdGTe7qsq5ELRTqSxQ8mhHpS1NmSR_vfOxJfxrfXxhnr3oU7PdsgPC2N8Gu7oV5QeYMSK-8-1iIKhsGuzr5uDSoFx2z8bo.fgweLHg3oO74eEl2AMJGuWX_IROn7FTq7BPoEhZoasY&dib_tag=se&keywords=birthing&qid=1758630561&sprefix=birthing%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1Follow Davina on Instagram herehttps://www.instagram.com/davinamccall/And Join in this week's podcast chat on instagram herehttps://www.instagram.com/birth_ed/Support the show
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SEASON 5 TEASER
Season 5 of The Birth-ed Podcast launches THIS WEEK. On Friday 26th September (and every Friday thereafter), we are back with world leading expert guests, heart warming wisdom, fascinating science and the warm hug you need every week during pregnancy! Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an episode, and come join the weekly chats over on Instagram @birth_ed.Support the show
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Optimal Cord Clamping, with Amanda Burleigh
When to clamp the cord that leads from placenta to baby has become a contested issue in recent years. Today’s guest, Amanda Burleigh, has fought long and hard to introduce evidence-based practice and advocates delayed cord clamping for better baby health.Amanda talks openly about her personal journey to discover the benefits of delay and how it works in practice. We also bust some myths that women have encountered during delivery, including the facts behind cord blood donation and storage. And finally we give you the tools you need to advocate for delayed cord clamping.Find out more from Amanda at https://waitforwhite.com/Please subscribe, rate and review, so we can get this vital info to as many parents-to-be as we can!______________________This episode is sponsored byiCandyVisit https://discover.icandyworld.com/birth-ed to shop my favourite pushchairs!Follow iCandy on IG and/or TikTok for helpful advice and ‘hints & tips’ too!https://www.tiktok.com/@icandyworldhttps://www.instagram.com/icandyworlduk/_____________________________Hear More from Birth-edJoin the Birth-ed Online Course https://birth-ed.co.uk/online-course-2Join the BUMP CLUB FREE https://birth-ed.co.uk/bump-clubFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/birth_ed/Support the show
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Positive Hospital Birth, with Lily Brockenhurst
Some women choose to labour in hospital, others feel they arrive there through the course of their care. If you find yourself in a delivery suite or labour ward for your birth, this episode aims to help you feel the most comfortable and prepared to be there.I’m speaking to Lily Brockenhurst, a midwife who specialises in holistic care in a hospital setting, about what your expectations should be on a ward, what is in your control, and how you can make your birthing experience a positive one.Find out more about Lily at www.yuula.co.uk or follow her on Instagram @yuulaofficialPlease subscribe, rate and review, so we can get this vital info to as many parents-to-be as we can!______________________This episode is sponsored byiCandyVisit https://discover.icandyworld.com/birth-ed to shop my favourite pushchairs!Follow iCandy on IG and/or TikTok for helpful advice and ‘hints & tips’ too!https://www.tiktok.com/@icandyworldhttps://www.instagram.com/icandyworlduk/_____________________________Hear More from Birth-edJoin the Birth-ed Online Course https://birth-ed.co.uk/online-course-2Join the BUMP CLUB FREE https://birth-ed.co.uk/bump-clubFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/birth_ed/Support the show
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High BMI pregnancy and birth, with Alice Keely
Why is so much importance placed on how much you weigh in pregnancy? Is a mother with over 30 BMI really at a high risk of complications in birth?This week, I’m speaking to Alice Keely, the Heavyweight Midwife, about the stigma attached to plus size parents, what to expect in pregnancy and labour if you’ve been labelled high risk, and how to approach interactions with healthcare professionals so that you feel more cared for and in control.Find more from Alice at www.theheavyweightmidwife.comJoin her Facebook group at www.facebook.com/HealthyPregnancyAtAnySizePlease subscribe, rate and review, so we can get this vital info to as many parents-to-be as we can!______________________This episode is sponsored byiCandyVisit https://discover.icandyworld.com/birth-ed to shop my favourite pushchairs!Follow iCandy on IG and/or TikTok for helpful advice and ‘hints & tips’ too!https://www.tiktok.com/@icandyworldhttps://www.instagram.com/icandyworlduk/_____________________________Hear More from Birth-edJoin the Birth-ed Online Course https://birth-ed.co.uk/online-course-2Join the BUMP CLUB FREE https://birth-ed.co.uk/bump-clubFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/birth_ed/Support the show
Bringing you the information you thought you'd get in your antenatal appointments, but didnt.The birth-ed podcast opens up conversations about all aspects of pregnancy, birth and parenthood, with the World's leading women's health & parenting experts- from Midwives to Obstetricians, Doulas to Activists. Host and founder of birth-ed, Megan Rossiter is your warm guide, a gentle holding hand through these vulnerable moments of pregnancy, birth and parenting. If you want to feel safe, nurtured and fully informed in your birth preparation, you're in the right place. Through inspiring, informative and sometimes challenging conversations, Megan leaves no stone unturned when it comes to preparing you for your pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period.
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