I listen to my client Emma's story of her second pregnancy and birth. Emma talks about why she chose to do a course with me, and the impact it had on both her own confidence in navigating the NHS maternity services, but how reassuring it was for her partner. She talks us through bumps in her pregnancy, and how despite the birth center being closed, she ensured she had a positive and magical birth!

If you'd like to find out more about the courses I offer, go to www.better-birth.co.uk

In this week's episode I chat to Ashley Winning, a doula, birth educator, fellow podcaster and mum of 3. Ashley talks about her 2 unplanned c-sections, and why she chose to freebirth at home with her third child. We chat special scars, posterior birth, risks and benefits of an HBAC, and the importance of intuition. It's an important episode for anyone hoping for a vaginal birth after a caesarean!If you want to contact Ashley for support with your VBAC or HBAC you can find her at https://ashleywinning.com or on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ashleylwinning/

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

What does LGBT stand for, and how does this community experience pregnancy and birth differently in maternity care? I chat to Laura Rose Thorogood about the experiences of the LGBT community throughout pregnancy and birth. From language, inclusion and care, we chat about the changes that need to be made, and how healthcare providers and the public can educate themselves to be empathetic, kind, and inclusive. Laura-Rose is a married lesbian mother of four donor conceived children by IUI and IVF over twelve years.  She is both a Bio and Non Biological mother and has loved experience of operative birth, failed cycles, miscarriage, secondary infertility and birth trauma.  She is an LGBT+, Maternity and Fertility Activist, educator, writer, seasoned speaker, & campaigner. She is Founder of LGBT Mummies, supporting over 70,000 worldwide through guidance, community, support groups and events. Through Proud Foundations their educational arm, she lectures & trains midwives and healthcare professionals, educates and consults with organizations to be inclusive, & has worked with the Government, NHSE & DHSC making policy & law recommendations & has been invited into and presented in Parliament. She has multiple roles across NHSE, RCOG,UCL, HFEA, MMHA, Chair of the largest national MNVP, & creates change to create equity and equality for marginalised minority groups. She is also a Trustee for UK charity Fertility Network UK.

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I chat to Gemma, mum of two, who had two very different yet positive births. Her first was planned to be a home birth but ended up as a labour ward induction, yet she still feels positive and empowered, and her second birth was the home birth she wanted. 

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode, I listen to Katie Yorath talk about the births of her two children. Katie's first birth and second look very different, but both were positive, and she explains why her husband was integral in making the first so positive despite it going "off plan"!

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I chat to Lily, who is an NCT instructor and hypnobirthing teacher in Devon. Lily has a medical condition called Ehlers Danlos, which affects connective tissues and collagen in the body, and she speaks to me about how this condition affected her pregnancy and births of her 3 girls. These birth stories are so wonderful to listen to, so grab a cuppa and get comfy!

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode, I talk to Olivia, who gave birth in 2020 in the middle of the COVID19 pandemic. She talks about the birth of Ted, and why it was such a positive experience despite the ongoing pandemic.

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I talk to Louise Charles. Louise is a personal trainer, fellow hypnobirthing instructor and also a mum of 3! She discusses her three very different births, what made them positive, as well as reflects on circumstances that may have impacted progression of labour. 

Welcome to season 3 of the Better Birth podcast! The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. This season is all about POSITIVE BIRTH STORIES! In the first of a series of birth stories, I talk to Bex about the birth of her second child, and what made it such a positive experience.

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I talk to Matt, The Male Doula! Matt is a birth and postnatal doula as well as Bowen therapist, and in this episode, we talk about how he got in to birth work, the prejudices he's experienced in his work, the highs and the lows, as well as working throughout the pandemic. We also talk about his training as a Bowen practitioner, and the benefits that Bowen can have for pregnant people. You can find Matt on instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_male_doula/ as well as find him on Spotify for his podcast! https://open.spotify.com/show/64fmRO1qxfthaTnu9eJlnz?si=WDQGGxzITNizqJys5A69IA

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I talk to doula and artist Cam Light. Cam is a talented illustrator who's birth affirmation card decks have been massively popular. We discuss why affirmations have power, as well as the US maternity system, her journey in to midwifery, and her own experiences being pregnant and expecting her first child. If you'd like to follow Cam on instagram, you can find her at www.instagram.com/wyld.magick

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. Craniosteopathy is a brilliant gentle treatment perfect for babies, but what exactly does it involve? I chat to osteopath Süheyla from Osteowellbeing about this form of treatment, and the ailments it can help solve.  If you'd like to find out more, you can find Süheyla at www.osteowellbeing.co.uk or om instagram or Facebook by searching for Osteowellbeing.

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I chat to the wonderful Charlie Edun. Charlie, a doula and hypnobirthing teacher, is doing an MA looking at the dissonance between what we tell women about birth (e.g., choices) and the reality of birth (e.g, that it's largely institutionalised and coercive), and in this episode we explore the ideas around why we fear birth, how as antenatal educators we address this, and the structures that reinforce this message.  If you'd like to find out more about Charlie you can read more at https://www.thegoodbirthpractice.co.uk/

It's virtually impossible not to be labelled as high risk these days, but what does it ACTUALLY mean? I chat to midwife Daisy Kelly about the high risk label, why context and personalised care is so important, and what you can do if you're given the label of high risk. We talk rights, advocacy, delving in to statistics and making sense of chance and risk, and talk in more depth about specific situations such as PPH, big babies and other common "high risk" labels.

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I chat to doula Ruth about the birth of her second child, and why despite a transfer to hospital for a caesarean section, it was both empowering and positive.

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode, I speak to Tess and Leonie, private midwives from Your Neighbourhood Midwives, about the options for comfort measures and drugs for birth. This is an essential listen for anyone who is pregnant, and covers a wide range of options, from holistic and natural methods you can use at home, to the risks and benefits of drugs such as pethidine and epidurals. If you'd like to find out more about Tess and Leonie you can find them at www.yourneighbourhoodmidwives.co.uk

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I talk to Magdalena from Pelvicare.uk about what women's health physiotherapy is, and what ailments it can help resolve. We discuss pelvic floors, how to know you're exercising them properly, perineal massage, antenatal and postnatal problems physiotherapy can help with, and much more.  If you would like to speak to Magdalena more about pelvic health, you can find her at http://pelvicare.uk

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. Yoga is a wonderful practice in pregnancy, but did you know the multiple benefits? From the physical to the mental, yoga can help in a range of ways for a pregnant person. Join me and Sarah as we discuss posture and pelvic floors, breathing, meditation and poses in this episode of season 2 of the Better Birth podcast! If you'd like more information about Sarah, you can check her out on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/flowwith_sarah/

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. The Better Birth podcast has gone international! In this episode, I speak to fellow Little Birth Company hypnonbirthing instructor, Jamee Crooks, and her husband Alan.  Mum of 3 Jamee lives in the US, and in this episode we discuss how the US healthcare system influences opinions and choices for birth, the differences in maternity care in the US and UK, and how this is changing. Alan, a national political consultant in the US, gives his own personal views and experiences of hypnobirthing and the effect it had on the birth of their own children, as well as insight in to how dollars influence birth. Jamee is the Global Ambassador for the Little Birth Company, as well as a postpartum trainer. You can find out more about her hypnobirthing courses, or how to train to be a hypnobirthing instructor with the Little Birth Company in the USA by visiting https://www.journeywithjamee.com 

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I chat to student midwife Rhia Lawrence about her journey to midwifery, doula-ing, placentas, modern conceptions around birth, and so much more. I can't wait to speak to Rhia again as she progresses through her midwifery training and her her first hand experiences of birth, and life on the maternity ward as a student.

The Better Birth podcast is hosted by hypnobirthing and antenatal teacher Erin Fung. You can find out more about Erin at www.better-birth.co.uk. In this episode I talk to doula, Laura Scarlett, about why she became a doula, what a doula does, and her experiences of doula-ing throughout the pandemic, how she supports families and why continuity of care is so vital.

Aromatherapy and essential oils are a fantastic tool to have in your hospital bag, and have multiple uses in pregnancy and beyond, but must be used with caution as not all oils are safe to use in pregnancy. Whether it’s for relaxation, massage or inducing labour, or help with pregnancy symptoms such as morning sickness, these fabulous oils have many purposes! In this episode, yoga teacher and essential oils enthusiast Valerie Smyth discusses Doterra essential oils, safety, uses, and properties. 

If you’d like more information about Valerie go to http://www.valeriemayyoga.com/

In this episode Lucie from Your Nurturing Touch talks to me about the multiple benefits of massage for pregnancy and bonding with your baby. https://www.yournurturingtouch.co.uk

This is a Crystal bowl healing sound bath by the wonderful Uschi Classen. Uschi hosts sound bath sessions and you can find out more about her at https://www.facebook.com/Crystal-Vibes-900604110148382/ Crystal Bowl soundbath is a wonderfully relaxing and soothing experience during pregnancy, a great way to alleviate any anxiety and calm the nervous system (if you’re learning about hypnobirthing you’ll know how important this is!). The beautiful healing tones from the chakra tuned bowls create a serene and sacred environment for mother and baby to connect deeply as they both experience the gentle vibrations. It also allows the mind to drop into a meditative alpha theta state where a profound connection with the self, inner strength and innate birthing wisdom can occur.

Birth & breast-feeding. There is such a huge impact on infant feeding depending on what happened during your birth. From drug use for induction or pain relief, so caesarean birth, mother baby separation, and so much more. I chat to Bea, a hypnobirthing and infant feeding specialist, about what can have an impact on your infant feeding journey postnatally, and what you can do if your birth affects feeding.

Bea is from Bea’s Birth & Boobs and is a hypnobirthing teacher and antenatal instructor in Leicestershire/Nottinghamshire as well as a breastfeeding counsellor and infant feeding specialist, alongside working in the NHS community as an infant feeding support worker and has a passion for informed choice for birth and infant feeding.

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

In this episode, I talk to Georgina Corley-Cadogan, a nutritional therapist with 15 years experience in the food industry, about nutrition after birth. Georgina answers questions about supplements and vitamins for the postnatal period, foods and supplements to aide breastfeeding, what to eat too support healing post birth, and tips and tricks for making life easier in that busy period with a newborn to ensure you're eating a balanced diet.

Samina Haider, acupuncture therapist, answers questions about this ancient Chinese therapy and its uses in conception and pregnancy, including morning sickness, SPD and pregnancy aches and pains, anxiety, turning breech babies and induction of labour.

Nutritional Therapist Georgina Corley-Cadogan talks about nutrition during pregnancy, covering topics such as: Pregnancy sickness and food aversions, Tips for ensuring adequate iron intake/ managing pregnancy anaemia, Tips for helping with increased appetite and cravings, Increasing energy during the last trimester, Avoiding constipation in pregnancy, Nutrition support when pregnant with multiples, and Food and drinks during labour

My client Olivia shares the story of Ted, who was born during the COVID19 pandemic at the Princess Royal University hospital Oasis Midwife Led Unit.

Personal trainer Louise Charles takes questions on fitness in pregnancy and after birth, talking pelvic floor, SPD, ab separation, when and what to do in pregnancy and after birth

Sophie, The Maternity Therapist, answers questions about how yoga can help with pregnancy and birth

Becca Pankhurst, reiki healer, discusses what this holistic therapy is, and how it can benefit pregnant people.

Hannah and I take questions on mental health in pregnancy. We discuss what’s normal, how to know if you have a mental health issue, where to get support, and what the signs are.

Q&A session with independent midwives Leonie Bryan and Tess McLeish from Your Neighbourhood Midwives, and consultant Midwife from the Princess Royal University Hospital in Bromley, Laura MacKenzie. In this episode, the midwives give tips about pregnancy and labour, hospital regulations amid Covid-19, and more. This session was recorded on 10th July 2020 and hospital regulation are subject to change and review.

This is a Q&A session with hypnobirthing instructor Erin Fung from Better Birth, and Midwife and placenta encapsulation specialist, Victoria Mustafa. In it, Victoria covers what placenta remedies are, how they're prepared, what hygiene measures are taken, and what the benefits of the remedies are.

It's the end of another year, and myself and my birth worker friends and colleagues review the highlights and worst bits of 2023, as well as our hopes and predictions for 2024.

I hope you've had a wonderful year, and if you're expecting a baby in 2024, get in touch to get educated, empowered and ready to meet your baby!

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

Discussion with birth and postnatal doula Laura Scarlett, and hypnobirthing instructor Erin Fung, about postnatal recovery, tips and tricks to help you after birth, and postnatal mental health.

A discussion with Leonie Bryan, independent midwife, and Erin Fung, hypnobirthing instructor, about how language can affect a birthing person and their experience of birth.

A free sample quick relaxation track read by Erin Fung, hypnobirthing instructor, Better Birth

I chat to Cherie Seah Flood, a queer & genderqueer birthworker and photographer based in Oakland, California, and the co-founder of the Asian Birth Collective. The collective is a small community platform for Asian perinatal providers & pregnant folks that has grown beyond the US, which has created a much needed space for Asian birthworkers from all walks of life to connect with each other. In this episode we discuss Asian cultural care, ancestral knowledge and racism in maternity care towards Asian pregnant women and people.

https://www.instagram.com/asianbirthcollective/
https://www.asianbirthcollective.com/

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

Compassion fatigue is something which many healthcare professionals experience, particularly in caring professions such as midwifery. Running on a tank empty of compassion can lead to a lack of empathy towards those you care for, which can mean less than ideal care for pregnant people at best, causing trauma to them at worst. It also has impact on midwives' own mental health. I chat ti psychologist dr Jenna Brough about what compassion fatigue is, and how it affects both midwives and pregnant people and women. We discuss how to identify it, prevent it, and where to get support if you believe you are experiencing it.

I hope this episode helps midwives, student midwives and anyone in a caring profession to seek support and show compassion to both those they care for, but also for themselves.

You can find Dr Jenna at https://www.instagram.com/dr.jenna.psychologist/

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

I chat to Donna, one of my previous hypnobirthing clients, about her planned freebirth. She explains all the prep she did beforehand, why she chose to birth unattended by midwives, and what happened on the day.

If you are interested in the idea of freebirth, go join doula Samantha Gadsden's freebirth course on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freebirthemergencychildbirth/

You can also book on to a hypnobirthing and antenatal class with me. Go to http://www.better-birth.co.uk for course options!

Thank you to Donna for sharing her wonderful experience!

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

I thought I would treat you all to a guided relaxation. This short relaxation helps you visualise a wonderful, peaceful forest. The track is best listened to whilst sitting or lying down somewhere quiet. Enjoy!

When you're pregnant, worries and fears can creep up and affect how you're feeling about giving birth. Hypnobirthing can be a fantastic way to help with this. Hypnobirthing is a birth preparation technique using guided hypnosis to prepare for a positive birth. Classes are a combination of antenatal education covering the physiology of birth, how your mind affects your body and the progression of labour, the promotion of birthing hormones, balanced information on your choices, advice on the best ways to optimise your chances of a natural birth (including environmental effects, gentle nudges to help induce labour and birthing positions), the importance of researching and planning (and how to write a birth plan), combined with the repetitive reinforcement of positive affirmations and imagery of birth to overwrite a lifetime of negative associations with labour, relaxation techniques, breathing and fear release exercises. The aim is to plan for your best birth, not your perfect birth, and to ensure you feel positive about the experience no matter how birth happens! My classes cover a ton of vital information to ensure that no matter what path your birth takes, you avoid the feeling of being disempowered and associated birth trauma, and instead feel a sense of achievement and positivity! Find out more about my classes at www.better-birth.co.uk

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Intrahepatic cholestasis in pregnancy or ICP is a condition that affects about 1% of pregnant people. It is a complication caused by the liver and acid bile build up in the body and can cause increased risk of other pregnancy conditions such as gestational diabetes. It commonly causes extreme itching which can be distressing and affect every aspect of life during pregnancy. I chat to Katie, a mother and midwife, about ICP.

You can find support for ICP at charity https://www.icpsupport.org/

You can find Katie @midwifepatch on instagram, Facebook and tiktok!

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

Pregnancy can be a challenging time for any pregnant person, but for someone who suffers with an eating disorder it can be a particularly difficult and potentially triggering experience. I chat to birth worker Charlotte Mindel about how various eating disorders such as bulimia, anorexia and compulsive overeating can affect a pregnant person, the considerations midwives and doctors should be making, and where to find support. Charlotte is a mother, birth coach, and motherhood coach. She supports women in accessing peace, connection, self-love, self-trust, and the opportunity to choose the birth and motherhood experience they want for themselves. She is 8 years into Bulimia recovery after roughly 16 years of disordered eating, body dysmorphia, and exercise addiction. The inner work she has done to access the serenity she lives within today forms the foundation of her work with women. You can contact any of the following if you are experiencing difficulties with eating disorders: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ Overeaters anonymous GB https://www.oagb.org.uk/ You can also find Charlotte online www.charlotttemindel.com @embodied.birth.and.motherhood Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

We have all heard "thank god I was in the hospital because the cord was wrapped around the baby's neck!" but how dangerous is a nuchal cord, and why does it happen? And what causes cord prolapse and what can be done when it occurs? Cords wrapped around babies necks and cords slipping out first... they sound like total emergency disaster situations! But whilst one is an obstetric emergency, the other isn't. We talk nuchal cords and cord prolapse with independent midwife Debs Neiger. This essential episode will re-educate and dispel myths, and an important listen for anyone who is pregnant.

You can find Debs on instagram @debsagos or online at www.debsneigerindependentmidwife.co.uk

Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

Does your placenta magically pack up after 40 weeks? It sounds unlikely, and yet it's a justification given to thousands of pregnant people who are recommended induction. I chat to researcher and doula Sophie Messager about this possible myth, and why maturation of the placenta may have helpful and physiological reasons. We discuss induction, research bias, and how the patriarchy has all affected births and our bodies and babies. Sophie is a long time respected doula, rebozo expert, author and teaches rebozo and wrapping techniques. You can find Sophie's article on the aging placenta myth at ⁠https://sophiemessager.com/the-myth-of-the-aging-placenta/⁠ and on Instagram at https://instagram.com/sophie_messager Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

Have you heard of prodromal labour or what to do if you experience it? Our expectations of length and progress of labour is largely dictated by what we've seen on TV... which means we expect our waters to break, contractions to start, a mad dash to hospital and a baby arrives. So what do we do when we experience intense contractions with no cervical change, which may last days? Because that is what prodromal labour is! And it can be exhausting, and worrying, particularly if you're dismissed or told it's "just Braxton hicks". Helena covers what prodromal labour is, why it may occur, and what to have in your birth toolkit to help cope with it. You can listen to the podcast on Spotify and Apple podcasts as well as other platforms! Link is in my Instagram bio or go to https://anchor.fm/betterbirthIf you are enjoying the podcast please feel free to “buy me a coffee”! Link is also in my bio or go to www.buymeacoffee.com/betterbirth Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

I chat to previous hypnobirthing client Lillian about her wonderful healing home birth! Lilian joined my group hypnobirthing course in January 2023 to prepare for the birth of her son after a negative experience first time around birthing her daughter. She recounts how despite doing a hypnobirthing course the first time round, she felt she didn't "do the work", and why she decided to prepare more thoroughly this time around. She describes her early labour and amazing hands off home birth. A massive thank you to Lilian for sharing Bodhi's birth story with us! You can listen to the podcast on Spotify and Apple podcasts as well as other platforms! Link is in my Instagram bio or go to https://anchor.fm/betterbirthIf you are enjoying the podcast please feel free to “buy me a coffee”! Link is also in my bio or go to www.buymeacoffee.com/betterbirth Disclaimer: The information and provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical or legal advice; instead, all information available on this site are for general informational purposes only. We reserve the right to supplement, change or delete any information at any time. The information and materials on the podcast is provided "as is"; no representations are made that the content is error-free. Whilst we have tried to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information we do not warrant or guarantee the accurateness. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the content of the podcast are hereby expressly disclaimed. Your use of content contained in or linked to this podcast is entirely at your own risk. The Better Birth podcast accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.