Kiwi Birth Tales

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1. Lucy: Spontaneous Triplets, Emergency C-Section & 2 Months in NICU

   25 mei 2026 · 51 min

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   This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly sponsored by Woolworths NZ in support of the Little Miracles Trust. Lees meer

   In this episode I speak with Lucy about her spontaneous triplet pregnancy and the journey to welcoming her babies, Lainey, Archer and Morgan, at 30 weeks gestation.

   Lucy shares what it was like finding out she was expecting triplets at her first ultrasound, navigating a high-risk pregnancy with Maternal Fetal Medicine, and the emotional weight of carrying three babies while facing serious medical complications including twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome.

   We talk through:

   Finding out she was pregnant with spontaneous triplets

   A high-risk multiple pregnancy

   Identical twins sharing a placenta

   Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS)

   Severe pregnancy sickness and fatigue

   Being admitted to hospital at 29 weeks

   Emergency caesarean birth

   Premature babies born at 29 weeks

   NICU and SCBU life with triplets

   Kangaroo care and bonding with premature babies

   Ronald McDonald House

   Exclusive pumping and feeding premature babies

   Navigating maternal mental health during a NICU stay

   Lainey’s pneumothorax and serious infection

   Bringing triplets home

   The reality of life with newborn triplets

   Lucy also shares honestly about the emotional impact of NICU life, feeling disconnected after birth, and the lack of postpartum support for mothers once their babies are admitted to intensive care.

   I'm incredibly grateful to Woolworths NZ and Little Miracles Trust for supporting this month’s episodes focused on NICU and SCBU journeys.

   Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

   https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

   Please seek support for any mental health concerns. Some helpful links are below:

   Mental Health in Pregnancy

   Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

   Plunket - Dads Mental Health

   Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

   Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

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2. Phoebe: When “Normal” Postpartum Pain Was Actually Osteoporosis

   18 mei 2026 · 1 uur 17 min

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   This week on Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Phoebe about her journey to motherhood with her daughter Amelie.

   Phoebe’s pregnancy was mostly textbook until late in her third trimester when repeated growth scans showed her baby was measuring large. After discussions with Auckland Hospital, Phoebe chose to be induced at 38-39 weeks due to concerns around shoulder dystocia and baby’s size.

   In this episode Phoebe shares her two-day induction, intense labour, emergency csection birth and the scary moments after Amelie was born and unable to breathe independently, resulting in a short NICU stay.

   We also talk through Phoebe’s incredibly difficult postpartum experience. Around 12 weeks postpartum she developed severe back pain which was eventually diagnosed as Pregnancy and Lactation Osteoporosis (PLO), a rare condition that caused multiple spinal fractures while breastfeeding.

   Phoebe speaks honestly about birth trauma, postpartum mental health, physical recovery, self advocacy and navigating another pregnancy after such a challenging first experience.

   In this episode we cover:

   Textbook pregnancy and easy conception

   Growth scans and suspected large baby

   Choosing induction at 38-39 weeks

   Two-day induction at Auckland Hospital

   Epidural and labour slowing down

   Emergency caesarean birth

   Baby requiring NICU support after birth

   Birth trauma and postpartum emotions

   Breastfeeding and cluster feeding

   Severe postpartum back pain

   Multiple spinal compression fractures

   Pregnancy & Lactation Osteoporosis (PLO)

   Weaning and recovery

   Preparing for baby number two after trauma

   Postpartum depression

   Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

   https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

   Please seek support for any mental health concerns. Some helpful links are below:

   Mental Health in Pregnancy

   Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

   P…

3. BONUS: Pregnancy Diaries WK 36-38

   15 mei 2026 · 11 min

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   The final pregnancy diaries update before our baby is here!!! Lees meer

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4. Bri + Oakley: Reduced Movements, Emergency CSection and NICU at 35 Weeks

   12 mei 2026 · 1 uur 15 min

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   In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Brianna. After experiencing reduced movements later in pregnancy, Bri underwent further monitoring where concerns were identified around cord blood flow. She shares the events that led to an emergency c-section at 35 weeks, Oakley’s transfer to Auckland Hospital NICU, and the emotional realities of navigating NICU and SCBU as a new mum.

   We also talk about recovery, feeding challenges, support systems and life after bringing home a late preterm baby. Some of the topics we cover:

   Reduced fetal movements in pregnancy

   Abnormal cord blood flow pregnancy

   CTG monitoring during pregnancy

   Maternal fetal medicine involvement

   Emergency c-section at 35 weeks

   Late preterm birth experience

   NICU experience in New Zealand

   Baby transferred to Auckland Hospital NICU

   SCBU and NICU journey

   Recovery after emergency c-section

   Breastfeeding and pumping after NICU birth

   Formula feeding after NICU

   Jaundice and blue light therapy

   Mental health after NICU

   Little Miracles Trust support

   Parenting a premature baby

   Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

   https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

   Please seek support for any mental health concerns. Some helpful links are below:

   Mental Health in Pregnancy

   Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

   Plunket - Dads Mental Health

   Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

   Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

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5. Sam + Otis: IVF, Pregnancy Complications and a Premature Birth at 29 Weeks

   5 mei 2026 · 49 min

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   In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Samantha - we focus on her second pregnancy, which she conceived through IVF. Her pregnancy was not without challenges and they spent a lot of time in NICU as Otis was born just before 30 weeks. Some of the topics we cover:

   IVF journey and embryo transfer

   Early pregnancy after IVF

   Bleeding in early pregnancy (week 10)

   Subchorionic hematoma and pregnancy complications

   Heavy bleeding at 13 weeks

   Increased risk factors identified during pregnancy

   Amniocentesis and genetic testing

   Anatomy scan and ongoing monitoring

   Pregnancy anxiety after complications

   Hospital stays during pregnancy

   Premature labour at 28 weeks

   Emergency response and hospital admission

   Birth of a premature baby

   Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience

   Oxygen support and respiratory challenges in newborns

   Feeding challenges and NICU care

   Emotional impact of NICU on parents

   Transition from NICU to Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU)

   Preparing to take baby home after NICU

   Life after NICU and early newborn period

   Long-term development and health outcomes

   Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

   https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

   Please seek support for any mental health concerns. Some helpful links are below:

   Mental Health in Pregnancy

   Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

   Plunket - Dads Mental Health

   Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

   Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6. BONUS: Pregnancy Diaries WK 34 + 35

   29 april 2026 · 17 min

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   Pregnancy Diaries update week 34 and 35 - getting close to the end now! Lees meer

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7. BONUS: Pregnancy Diaries WK 31-33

   9 april 2026 · 18 min

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   Did someone say numb flaps? Oh, it was me.... Week 31-33 and all the joys that come along with it that, in this pregnancy diaries episode. Lees meer

   Carpal tunnel

   Pregnancy insomnia

   Sleeping arrangements

   Nesting (or lack of)

   Renal dilaiton scan

   Growth scan + LGA baby

   Gestational diabetes retest

   Numb pelvic area

   Franjos Kitchen Hydration Powder + Bhone Beauty drink

   Obstertric appointment next week

   4 weeks left of work

   Breathlessness!!!!

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8. Kobi + Dovie: "The Fear Is Loud In Pregnancy, But The Love Is Louder"

   24 maart 2026 · 58 min

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   In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kobi about her experience navigating pregnancy as a single mum, induction of labour, postpartum recovery and mental health after birth. Some of the topics we cover:

   Single mum pregnancy journey

   Relationship breakdown during pregnancy

   Considering termination and unexpected pregnancy emotions

   Moving cities while pregnant and rebuilding support networks

   Growth concerns in pregnancy and SGA clinic care

   Induction birth story at 37 weeks (balloon induction and syntocin)

   Hospital birth experience in New Zealand

   Third-degree tear recovery and labial tear

   Significant postpartum blood loss (1 litre)

   Early postpartum recovery and hospital stay

   Breastfeeding struggles and painful early feeding journey

   Postpartum hormonal changes and emotional wellbeing

   Depression diagnosis and mental health support

   The importance of village support, nourishment and postpartum care

   How motherhood changed her identity and perspective

   Healing after birth and finding strength in motherhood

   Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

   https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

   Please seek support for any mental health concerns. Some helpful links are below:

   Mental Health in Pregnancy

   Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

   Plunket - Dads Mental Health

   Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

   Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9. BONUS: Pregnancy Diaries WK 28, 29 + 30

   19 maart 2026 · 20 min

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   Keeping you updated with all things pregnancy as I get closer to bringing our 3rd boy earthside! Lees meer

   This update:

   body changes and updates

   pregnancy symptoms

   organising and planning

   WE'VE PICKED A NAME

   Jai in hospital

   Thoughts about preparing for birth and breastfeeding

   Room set ups

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10. Genevieve: Emergency CSection, OBGYN Care, Balancing Motherhood and Voices of Hope

    16 maart 2026 · 44 min

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    In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Genevieve. Some of the topics we cover:

    Voices of Hope

    Eating disorder when younger

    OBGYN care

    Protein in urine at 37 weeks

    Emergency Csection (had planned for an elective csection)

    Auckland Hospital

    Breastfeeding journey

    Postpartum support from family

    Prioritising rest

    Things she loved - vital bits belly band and scar patches, carrier from the sleep store, breastfeeding pillow, baby lounger, wahakura, lanolin cream

    Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

    https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

    Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:

    Mental Health in Pregnancy

    Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

    Plunket - Dads Mental Health

    Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

    Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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