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Sophie + Wyatt: Pregnancy Loss, Epidural, Episiotomy + Ventouse delivery, Postpartum Psychosis
25 juni 2024 · 1 uur 1 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. Lees meer
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 (hospital admission)
Postpartum Psychosis
Recommended by Sophie for postpartum birth recovery:
Ural
Kiwi Crush
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kaz + Elsie - Pregnancy Loss, IVF, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Induction, Positive CSection
18 juni 2024 · 45 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. Lees meer
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 Diabetes
Recommended by Kaz:
Lactation Consultant - Kaz used Kate from Little Bird Lactation
Lactamo Breastfeeding Ball
Muslin Cloths
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Courtney, Beau + Luca - Cholestasis of Pregnancy, Gestational Diabetes, 2 Positive Inductions, Cystic Fibrosis Diagnosis post 2nd birth
4 juni 2024 · 1 uur 28 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. Lees meer
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 spontaneous waters breaking
Epidural
Quick Pushing
Positive Induction stories
Cystic Fibrosis diagnosis after newborn checks with Luca
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Selena + Sloane - 38 Wks Preeclampsia, Positive Birth Story, Induction, Epidural, Re-admission to Hospital postpartum for High Blood Pressure
29 mei 2024 · 44 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. Lees meer
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 Primrose oil
38 weeks High blood pressure + protein in urine
Preeclampsia
Induction | Misoprostol, Break waters, Syntocinon
Long induction
Epidural
Short staffed in hospital
Positive birth experience
High blood pressure and re-admission to hospital post birth
Supply drop post birth
Continued breastfeeding | Lactation consultant support
Things Selena has loved postpartum:
Noody Skincare for Sloane
Viva La Vulva
Pure Mama
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Manaia, George, Flynn + Oscar - Prenatal Anxiety, Emergency Csection, VBAC, Induction + Gender Disappointment
15 mei 2024 · 1 uur 43 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. Lees meer
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 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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Lucie + Ariki - Spontaneous Labour at 41+4, Meconium Aspiration, Emergency C-Section under General Anaesthetic, SCBU
30 april 2024 · 57 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. Lees meer
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 when arrived at Hospital
Variable baby heartrate on CTG monitor (190-70)
Emergency C-section under General Anaesthetic
Meconium Aspiration
Flat breathing when born
SCBU stay (12 days)
Waking up from birth under GA
Recovery from Csection
Breastfeeding journey
Mental health and birth trauma
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Shannon + Elsie - Unplanned Pregnancy, Planned Homebirth, Positive Birth Story, Breastfeeding Challenges
23 april 2024 · 43 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. Lees meer
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 home
Breastfeeding challenges
Exclusively pumping
Mental health
Mum guilt
Expressing colostrum
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kate, Hazel, Taika + Amaia - Miscarriage, BEHR Syndrome, Genetic Testing, CSection Births
17 april 2024 · 1 uur 16 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. Lees meer
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 Muscle tone
Roving eye movements
Genetic testing
IVF
Embryo transfers
Elective C-sections
Twisted Uterus
Put under General Anaesthetic post-birth
Cosleeping
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Lauren + Ardie - 2 Early Pregnancy Losses, PROM Labour, Misoprostol Induction, Positive end of Birth Story
11 april 2024 · 56 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. Lees meer
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
Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course
Hatched Antenatal in-person course
Spontaneous water breaking - 38 weeks (PROM)
Misoprostol induction due to labour not progressing
Mindset in labour
Quick progression after no progression
Positive birth story
Silverette cups
Relationship adjustments with newborn
Birth Centre stay
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bonus: Birth Library - MUST LISTEN
3 april 2024 · 17 min
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. Lees meer
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gemma, Coco + Belle: 2 Positive Birth Stories at Birth Centre
2 april 2024 · 50 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. Lees meer
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 work postpartum
Breastfeeding experiences
Family support
Moving from Auckland to Tauranga
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jess + Kai: Weight Loss Surgery, Endometriosis + PCOS, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, PUPPPS Rash, Emergency Csection
27 maart 2024 · 1 uur 7 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. Lees meer
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
Csection Recovery
Breastfeeding challenges
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Madison, Sienna + Hudson - Hyperemesis Gravidarum, OBGYN care, Positive Epidural Births, Induction, SGA Babies
19 maart 2024 · 45 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Luxe Care NZ you can find them on Instagram @luxecarenz Lees meer
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Madison. Some of the topics we cover:
Hyperemesis gravidarum
OBGYN maternity care
Induction
Epidural
Small for gestational age (SGA) babies
Complications in second pregnancy
Fetal medicine referral
Positive hospital births
Birth Care for postpartum support
21-month age gap
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hannah, Billy + Maeve - Journey with Infertility / Pregnancy Loss after first Pregnancy
12 maart 2024 · 1 uur 13 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. Lees meer
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Hannah. Some of the topics we cover:
First birth in Australia under Hospital midwifery system
Raspberry leaf tea
Spontaneous labour 38 weeks
Episiotomy and Ventouse delivery
Baby Blues
Audio Hallucinations
Pumping for 5 months / Breastfeeding challenges
Started trying for next baby at 14m Postpartum
Pregnancy loss
Severe bleeding post pregnancy loss
Infection in Womb
Retained tissue \ D&C
Blighted Ovum pregnancy loss
D&C
Chemical Pregnancy / Pregnancy loss
APS - Antiphospholipid syndrome
Clexane and Aspirin
10 week pregnancy loss
D&C
Fertility Associates
IVF - PGTA testing
Egg retrieval and embryo testing
Embryo transfer
Spotting and bleeding in pregnancy
Subchoronic Haematoma
Vasa Previa
Scheduled CSection at 35 weeks
Gestational Diabetes
SCBU
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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BONUS: Brain Dump + Postpartum Tips
11 maart 2024 · 18 min
In this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales hear from host Jordyn about life updates, trying for a baby and postpartum tips ahead of this week's birth story ep! Lees meer
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Asha + Alaska - Positive Induction Story
16 februari 2024 · 1 uur 7 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. Lees meer
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Asha. Some of the topics we cover:
Trying to fall pregnant
Tracking cycles
Em Snell / Online Pilates
Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course
Spontaneous water breaking
Misoprostol induction
Birth Pool
No tearing
Lactation Consultant
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tegan + Ocie - Change in Birth Mindset, Homebirth, Fetal Ejection Reflex, Breastfeeding Challenges | Nipple Shield
5 februari 2024 · 40 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Bloom Birth Pools, Lees meer
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Tegan. Some of the topics we cover:
Antenatal course: Nest
Hypnobirthing Course: Your Birth Project
Book: Ina May Gaskin a Guide to Childbirth
Initially planning a Hospital Birth, changed mind to Homebirth
Covid Lockdowns
Spontaneous labour
Birth in Pool at Home
Breastfeeding challenges
Nipple Shield
Bloom Birth Pools (Business)
Find Tegan and Bloom Birth Pools on social media: Instagram @bloom.birthpools
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jess + Marla - Rotationplasty Amputation, Endometriosis, Pregnancy Loss, OBGYN, Emergency Csection, Breastfeeding Challenges, Postnatal Anxiety for Dad (Todd)
30 januari 2024 · 1 uur 14 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Pure Mama, my absolute favourite pregnancy skincare brand (that I haven't stopped using 2 years after our second baby). Lees meer
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jess. Some of the topics we cover:
Rotationplasty Amputation as a child
Endometriosis
Endometriosis removal surgery
Miscarriage in first pregnancy
Heavy bleeding with pregnancy loss
Anxiety in pregnancy after loss
TTC journey
OBGYN care
NIPT
Antenatal course: Nest
Hypnobirthing Course: Your Birth Project
Book: Expecting Better
Stretch and Sweep
Spontaneous labour
Tens Machine
Epidural
Emergency C-section
Birthcare
Breastfeeding challenges/supply challenges
Breast reduction
Postnatal Anxiety - Todd (Dad)
Jess recommended these products as part of her pregnancy / postpartum journey:
Pure Mama Magnesium Rub
Phloe + Laxatives
Mammas Milk Bar Electrolytes
Your Birth Project
Love to Dream Swaddles
Find Jess on social media: Instagram @jessicaemilyquinn Tiktok: @jessicaemilyquinn
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cassidy: Planned Home birth, Reduced Fetal Movement, Spontaneous Labour, Hospital Birth in Water
23 januari 2024 · 58 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Cassidy. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Midwifery Care
Quick conception
Raspberry Leaf Tea, Dates
Pregnancy Massage
Your Birth Project | Hypnobirthing
Planning Homebirth
Reduced Fetal Movements
Tens Machine
Spontaneous Labour
Planned water birth
Positive Birth Story
Inverted Nipples
Viva La Vulva
Nipple Shields
Moving to Melbourne with a Newborn
Find Cass on Tiktok @cassidyskelton and Instagram @cassidyskelton
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bonus: How to push out a baby!
18 januari 2024 · 8 min
In this episode I use the Your Birth Project course to talk through how to push your baby out in a Vaginal birth, lets have the open conversation about where to direct your pushing so you aren't wasting energy when it comes to it! Lees meer
You can head to Your Birth Project to find out more about the course.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sophie, Grayson + Navy: Two different Vaginal births, Post Partum Anxiety, Positive Birth Story
15 januari 2024 · 59 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sophie. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Implantation Bleeding
Midwifery Care
Anxiety in pregnancy
Gender Disappointment
Your Birth Project | Hypnobirthing
Spontaneous Labour
Tens Machine
Epidural
Covid Lockdown
Post Partum Anxiety / Post Partum Depression
Planned water birth
Positive Birth Story
Expressing Colostrum
Toddler and baby - jealousy
Find Sophie on Tiktok @sophieannstapleton and Instagram @miss_sophieann
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Olivia, Julian + Rose: OBGYN Care, Sudden Onset Pre-Eclampsia, Induction + Instrumental Delivery, GAND Diagnosis, Genetic Testing, Spontaneous Labour, Unmedicated Vaginal Birth born Encaul
8 januari 2024 · 1 uur
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Olivia. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Genetic Testing / GAND Diagnosis
Sudden onset pre-eclampsia
OBGYN care
Induction
Epidural
Episiotomy and Ventouse delivery
Baby in distress
Floppy uterus / Postpartum haemorrhage
Feeding challenges
2nd pregnancy Genetic Testing
Spontaneous labour (booked for elective csection)
Vaginal Birth no medication
Baby born in amniotic sac / encaul
Breast Crawl
Grazing tear
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bonus: NO MORE BIRTH PLANS
19 december 2023 · 11 min
In this episode I use the Your Birth Project course to talk through why I don't like Birth Plans and what you can do to prepare for your best birth instead. Lees meer
You can head to Your Birth Project to find out more about the course.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Milly, Lennon + Reggie - Fertility Support, Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery at Birthcare, Tongue Tie | Fertility Support - Letrozole, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Placenta Previa, Bleeding, Emergency Csection @ 33weeks Vertical Incision
14 november 2023 · 1 uur 26 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Milly. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Endometriosis
Fertility Support - Clomophine
Hypnobirthing
Positive Pregnancy
Spontaneous labour
Labour at home
Fast second half of labour
Quick delivery at birth care
Fetal Ejection Reflex
Shock post-birth
Difficulty latching | Tongue tie
Baby Blues
2.5years breastfeeding
Letrozole for pregnancy 2nd time
Bleeding in pregnancy
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Placenta Previa
Premature birth due to Haemorrhage at 33 weeks
Emergency Csection - vertical incision
SCBU
Donor Milk
10 days in SCBU then home
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sinead + Vivie - IVF, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Mental Health, Elective CSection under General Anaesthetic, OBGYN, Intrusive Thoughts
11 november 2023 · 1 uur 22 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sinead. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
IVF
Blended families
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Mental Illness
Medication and pregnancy
Depression and Anxiety
OBGYN care
Elective Csection under General Anaesthetic
Breastfeeding challenges
Formula feeding
Loss of a parent and the impact that has on your own parenting journey
Postpartum psychiatric care
Surrogacy
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kristie, Koa + Kiwa - Unexpected Pregnancy, Miscarriage, Spontaneous Labour, Emergency Csection, Elective Csection
31 oktober 2023 · 1 uur 10 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kristie. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Unexpected pregnancy
Miscarriage
Spontaneous labour
Epidural
Emergency Csection
Breastfeeding struggles
Nipple Shields
Elective Csection
Positive Breastfeeding journey
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tayla, Finn + Maeve - Mental Health, Birth Trauma, Post-Partum Depression, Healing 2nd Birth
3 oktober 2023 · 1 uur 59 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Tayla about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences with her son Finn and daughter Maeve. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Endometriosis
Induction
Cervical lip
Birth trauma
Postpartum mental health
Healing second birth
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kelsey + Blake - Fertility Journey, IUI, Premature Labour and Birth 33 Weeks, NICU
5 september 2023 · 1 uur 12 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kelsey about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences with her daughter Blake. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Fertility journey
IUI / IVF
Endometriosis
Antenatal classes
Premature waters breaking
Premature labour
Premature birth 33 weeks
NICU stay
Pumping
Breastfeeding journey
Nipple Shield
Surgery to remove placenta
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
Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Haidee, Albie + Felix - Community Midwife Care, Marginal Cord Insertion, Epidural, Episiotomy, Forceps, Pelvic Floor Issues | Vulvar Varicosa + Spider Veins, Planned Homebirth, Positive Birth Story | Postpartum PRES
9 augustus 2023 · 1 uur 3 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Haidee about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences with her 2 children. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Surprise Pregnancy
Career focus and mental load
No LMC available, community midwifery care at the local Hospital
Spontaneous Labour
Epidural
Syntocin
Episiotomy
Forceps
Initial latching difficulties
Positive Breastfeeding Journey
Pelvic Floor Issues
Starting own business - Wine Label (Halite Wines)
Surprise second pregnancy
LMC
Planned homebirth from early on in pregnancy
Pelvic floor physio
Vulvar Varicosa and Spider Veins
Spontaneous Labour
Positive homebirth
4.5kg baby
No tears only grazes
Positive recovery
10days Postpartum illness - PRES
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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Charlotte, Boston, Goldie, Teddy + Tulip - Positive Birth Stories, Unplanned Homebirth, Twins
25 juli 2023 · 1 uur 7 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Charlotte about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences with her 4 children. Some of the topics we cover: Lees meer
Birth Centre Birth
Positive Birth Stories
Unplanned Homebirth
Twin Pregnancy
Vaginal Twin Delivery
Assisted second twin birth
Positive postpartum experiences
You can find Charlotte on Instagram @_charlotteburt_
Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa
Plunket - Dads Mental Health
Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Hannah + Winn - Loss of Period, Sale of Business, Spontaneous Labour, Emergency CSection, Positive Postpartum Journey
14 juni 2023 · 1 uur 18 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Hannah about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with her daughter Winn. In this episode, we discuss: Lees meer
Loss of period
Tracking cycles and ovulation
Sarah from My Monthly
Opting out of Gestational Diabetes test
Selling Real Rad Food
Hatched Antenatal
Your Birth Project
Birth manifestation
Waters breaking at home, spontaneous labour
Slow dilation
Emergency Csection
Postpartum experience
Csection recovery
Breastfeeding journey
Low weight gain for a period
You can find Hannah @hannahmellsop
Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa
Plunket - Dads Mental Health
Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Anna, Hugo + Lucia - Spontaneous Labour, Meconium, Episiotomy, Breastfeeding Challenge | Antepartum Haemorrhage, Birth Centre Water Birth
30 mei 2023 · 1 uur 14 min
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: Lees meer
Midwife based in a different town
Pelvic pain
Pregnancy Massage
Spontaneous labour
Meconium in waters
Sterile water injections
Gas
Transition
Episiotomy
Breastfeeding challenges
Tongue and lip tie
Mastitis
Ovulation sticks
2nd pregnancy
Marginal cord insertion
Antepartum Haemorrhages
Birth 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 Health
Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Bonus: Mother, Unrefined X Your Birth Project
25 mei 2023 · 1 uur 7 min
An episode with Mother, Unrefined. Lees meer
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
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Taylor + Hadley - SCBU Nurse, Positive Water Birth in Birth Centre
25 mei 2023 · 57 min
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: Lees meer
Coming off pill
Ovulation tracking
Positive pregnancy experience
Midwifery care
SCBU nurse
Antenatal Classes
Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course
Planned Birth Centre birth
Spontaneous labour 39+4
Waters breaking
Labouring at home
Tens Machine
Birth Centre
Water 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 Health
Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Clare + Florence - PCOS, LLETZ Procedure, 36 Y/O Pregnancy, Obstetric Care, 41 Week Induction, Emergency Csection, Low Milk Supply
18 mei 2023 · 1 uur 7 min
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: Lees meer
PCOS
LLETZ procedure
First trimester food aversions
Insulin resistance
Obstetric care
Pregnancy at 36 years old
41 weeks induction
Failed induction
Emergency C-section
Covid
Low Supply
Exclusively pumping
Csection 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 Health
Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Angel + Vienna - Planned Homebirth turned Hospital Delivery, Epidural, Episiotomy, Forceps, Baby Blues
16 mei 2023 · 1 uur 7 min
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: Lees meer
Trying to fall pregnant
Pregnancy symptoms
Initial thoughts about birth
Planning a home birth
Gender disappointment
Your Birth Project Course
Spontaneous labour
Long early labour
Epidural
Episiotomy
Forceps
Baby Blues
Feeling "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 Health
Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Samarah + Jai - Gestational Diabetes, Spontaneous Labour, Drug Free Water Birth, 3rd Degree Tear, Male Postnatal Depression
11 mei 2023 · 1 uur 10 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Savannah about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with her son Jai. In this episode, we discuss: Lees meer
Changing mind, didn't want children and turned 30 then decided to think about it
Gestational Diabetes
Antenatal Classes
Your Birth Project online course
Stretch and Sweeps
Raspberry Leaf Tea + Antenatal Expression
Spontaneous Labour
Drug Free waterbirth
3rd Degree Tear
Silverettes
Baby Blues
Open communication with partner
Male Postnatal Depression
Please seek support for any mental health concerns, come helpful links are below:
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa
Plunket - Dads Mental Health
Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Bonus: Birth Partner Tips
5 mei 2023 · 7 min
In this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I give you tips and tricks you can use as a birth partner to support someone during their labour + birth. Lees meer
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Jaime + Tāne - Surprise Pregnancy, High Blood Pressure @ end of Pregnancy, Drug Free Assisted Delivery with Forceps and Episiotomy, Positive Postpartum Journey
3 mei 2023 · 55 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jaime about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with her son Tāne. In this episode, we discuss: Lees meer
Surprise pregnancy
Studying and being pregnant
High blood pressure at end of pregnancy
Slowing down and giving in to changes in lifestyle
Spontaneous labour
Assisted Delivery
No drugs or pain relief in labour
Episiotomy
Forceps
Postpartum recovery
Postpartum Mental Health
Sharing the load with partner
Tips and recommendations for other Mums
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Bonus: Cascade of Interventions in Birth
28 april 2023 · 9 min
In this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I talk about the Cascade of Interventions when it comes to labour and birth. Lees meer
In the episode I discuss:
cascade of interventions
reframing / mindset
understanding the labour and birth process
the podcast I went on where we discussed this more mother,unrefined
the B.R.A.I.N acronym and how you can use it in birth
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Rachelle + Boston - IVF, Planned Hospital Birth, Failed Epidural/Birth Trauma, Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
27 april 2023 · 1 uur 4 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Rachelle about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with son Boston. In this episode, we discuss: Lees meer
Low AMH testing
IVF
Facebook group: Fertility Family
Planned to have an epidural, birth in the hospital
Spontaneous labour, 7cm at home
Failed epidural
Vaginal tear
Birth Trauma from failed epidural
Red spider-like markings on Boston's body post birth
Birth-care
Mental health challenges
Postpartum depression
Postpartum Anxiety
Mental health support
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Becca + Miller - Male Factor Infertility, Rural Homebirth, Positive Birth Story
25 april 2023 · 59 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Becca about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with son Miller. In this episode, we discuss: Lees meer
Note - previous sexual assault is mentioned but not discussed in depth in this episode.
Male Factor Infertility
IVF
Becca is a Midwife herself
Pelvic Pain
Planning rural homebirth
Antenatal classes
Your Birth Project course
Tens Machine, Birth Combs, Birth Pool (hire)
Acupuncture
Stretch and Sweep
Spontaneous labour at 40+3
Homebirth
Positive birth story
Positive recovery postpartum
Returning to work
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Bonus: Weaning from Breastfeeding + Hormones / Mental Health
21 april 2023 · 7 min
In this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I share a question that was asked on the KBT Instagram, which I then shared as a post for others to give their experiences on. I found this so interesting as it isn't something I have experience with. Lees meer
In this episode I share a question about weaning from breastfeeding and experiencing a massive drop in hormones and mental health challenges, it was SO eye-opening to hear different experiences with this and I hope this is useful to you in some way.
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Karlie + Leynie - Planned Homebirth, Emergency CSection, Birth Trauma and Complaint, Sepsis
20 april 2023 · 57 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Karlie about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with daughter Leynie. In this episode, we discuss: Lees meer
Planned cultural birth approach (Maori Tikanga) with woven a Wahakura, an ipu whenua, had a Muka tie and the birth plan was centred in Te Ao Maori.
Ina May Gaskin, Guide to Childbirth
Homebirth / Birth centre planned birth
Post-birth complaints and changes in hospital policy as a result
Long early labour phase, 6 days of on and off labour
Epidural
Traverse position in labour
Emergency C-section
Birth Trauma
Vertical uterus tear
Sepsis
Domperidone for breastmilk supply
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Hannah + Max - Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Birth Anxiety, Fast Spontaneous Labour @ 38+2
18 april 2023 · 51 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Hannah about her pregnancy, birth and life postpartum with her Son Max. In the episode, we cover: Lees meer
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Birth Anxiety + fear about having to give birth
Bonding in pregnancy
Your Birth Project (birth education)
Didn't find out sex of baby in pregnancy
Tens Machine
Fast spontaneous labour at 38+2 weeks
Involuntary pushing
Birth comb
Tearing during birth, anxiety about this
SCBU stay due to mucus in lungs
Mini pump bottle while going to the toilet
Viva La Vula Kit, Witch Hazel
Silverette Cups for breastfeeding
Mum2Mum Swaddles
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Kate, Ted + Reggie - Pregnancy after Gastric Sleeve Surgery, Induction, Forcep + Episiotomy Delivery, Birth Trauma, Unexplained Secondary Infertility, IVF
13 april 2023 · 1 uur 22 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I interview Kate about her pregnancy and birth stories with her two sons Ted and Reggie. In the episode, we discuss: Lees meer
Pregnancy after Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Mental health with weight gain in pregnancy
Antenatal course
Induction
Epidural
Ventouse that fell off repeatedly
Forcep and Episiotomy delivery
Neonatal stay for breathing difficulties
Jaundice
Birth Trauma
Lockdown + Mental Health
Formula feeding / Breastfeeding journey
Unexplained secondary infertility
Chinese Acupuncture
IVF
Hypnobirthing / Calm Birthing
Ina May Gaskin - A guide to childbirth
Gender disappointment
Spontaneous labour
Birth combs
Positive, fast second birth
Neonatal transfer - Viral Meningitis
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Bonus: Overcoming Birth Anxiety
12 april 2023 · 10 min
In this bonus episode I use the Your Birth Project course to share tips to overcome birth anxiety. This episode will be useful if you have feelings of fearfulness, anxiety or just general concerns around giving birth. Lees meer
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Sophie + Lucy - Surprise Pregnancy, Hospital Birth with Epidural, Postnatal Depression and Anxiety
11 april 2023 · 31 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I interview Sophie about her experience with pregnancy, birth and postpartum after giving birth to Lucy. In the episode we discuss: Lees meer
Surprise pregnancy
Decision to keep the pregnancy
Insomnia
Planned birth care birth
Hospital birth with an epidural
Small perineal tear
Mental health
Postnatal Depression and Anxiety
Lockdown postpartum period
Maternal Mental Health Clinic
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Bonus: 3 Birth Relaxation tips you can use RIGHT NOW!
6 april 2023 · 5 min
In this episode, I use the Your Birth Project course to give you 3 relaxation tips for birth that you can implement right now. These include ways to relax your body, to stay away from the fear tension pain cycle and allow your body to breathe and move freely. Lees meer
Find out more about these tips and a whole lot more through the Your Birth Project course, it is an online hypnobirthing course available worldwide that will support you to create your best birth.
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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Claudia + Elsie - Miscarriage, DNC, Anxiety in Pregnancy, Positive Birth Centre Birth
5 april 2023 · 52 min
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I interview Claudia, in the episode we discuss: Lees meer
Twin Pregnancy + Miscarriage
DNC
Anxiety in early pregnancy
Planned birth centre birth
Positive birth experience
Grazing but no tears
Flat nipples + nipple shields, low supply
Infected lymph node that required surgery at 3m for Elsie
Family Centre support in Hamilton
Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject
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