Send us Fan Mail
In this episode of our Homebirth Transfer Mini-Series, we speak with Sarah, who shares her two very different birth experiences—both at the same hospital, but under two very different models of care.
Her first birth, under the care of a private midwifery group within the hospital, involved a long stretch of prodromal labour, an induction at 42+ weeks, and an artificial rupture of membranes where meconium was present. After a lengthy labour, Sarah made the decision to take control of the situation and have a caesarean.
Her second pregnancy began with plans to birth at home, supported by a privately hired midwife. When her waters broke at 39 weeks, Sarah waited several days, carefully monitoring her health and signs of infection. On her second visit to hospital, she was transferred into the public system, where they discovered her baby was in breech position. Faced with limited options, she chose to have a caesarean.
Throughout her journey, Sarah weighed up the risks and benefits at every turn, advocating for herself and her baby by asking questions, doing research, and making decisions as she navigated the challenges of labour, birth, and postpartum.
Support the show
@homebirthstoriesaustralia
Support the show by buying us a coffee!
Please be advised that this podcast may contain explicit language. Listener discretion is advised.
The information, statistics, and research presented in this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to constitute or replace medical or midwifery advice. All information discussed can be found online and is provided in the links in the show notes. It is always recommended to conduct your own research and make informed decisions. We advise you to discuss any topics or concerns with your healthcare provider. While we strive to incorporate the most up-to-date research in our episodes, we do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of the information discussed on the show.
