The Adventures of a Birth Photographer – Details, episodes & analysis

Hello Lovely Listeners, welcome to April - this is episode 40 and I'm talking all about TENS machines!

In this ultra-quick episode, I talk about, what a TENS machine is, how they work, what they look like and right at the end how you can use one AFTER birth!

I also share some news about a certain shop that I've opened!

Hit play while you're relaxing, cooking, walking the dog or in the bath (my personal
favourite) Enjoy!

Show Notes:

Come and take a look at my brand new ETSY shop for birth workers - it's called TheBirthVault and you can access it here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TheBirthVault

Get 10% off the cost of hiring or buying a TENS machine using the code: 10LILLIANCRAZE at checkout - Visit here: http://babycaretens.com?afmc=10LILLIANCRAZE

Here's the blog I wrote this month which I mention in this episode: https://lcrazebirthphotography.co.uk/helpful-information-about-the-tens-machine/

Here is the blog by BabyCare Tens that I mention too: Go Here

Welcome to episode 39 where I chat with the lovely Danielle Fox from Beautifully Blooming, Cardiff all about being a doula, aqua natal teacher and a whole host of other services.

If you've been thinking of becoming a doula, Danielle works as a mentor for Nurturing Birth and goes into fab detail about the courses they offer and what it's like working as a doula.

We also dive into the huge benefits of aqua natal lessons, Danielle shares all in this fabulous episode. There's lots of laughter and relaxed chatter. This is a great episode if you're thinking of becoming a birth worker or if you're expecting a babe.

I hope you enjoy listening in on our conversation.

Show Notes:

Danielle's Website & Services: https://www.beautifullyblooming.co.uk/

Danielle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifullybloomingpregnancy/

Danielle's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/beautifullybloomingdoula?fref=ts

Nurturing Birth Website (in-person & online doula training): https://nurturingbirth.co.uk/doula-training-courses/

Episode 17: What's on-call life actually like

Welcome to this EPIC episode where I invited Julia Martins to the show to talk about the history of childbirth. Julia is in her final-year PhD at King’s College London. Her thesis is about the translation of “secrets of women” from Italian into French and English in the 16th and 17th centuries, and how the circulation of knowledge about sex and reproduction shaped the way the sexed body was understood. 

In this episode find out what recipe books have to do with childbirth, what traditions from the past are still practised in childbirth today, what a gossip is and a whole bunch of superstitions and old wives' tales.

We also chat about giving birth as a Royal, about midwives through history, moon cycles and what exactly are the secrets of women?

If you love history and birth this episode is the perfect combo - Julia was such a fabulous guest to have on the show and her knowledge is inspiring! I can not thank her enough for chatting with me and we easily could have talked for much longer than we did!

Take a long drive, take a long hot bath or just have a laydown and push play - you'll love this one as much as I do!

Show Notes:

Explore Julias Website: Secrets of Women 
Hop on Julias Wonderful Newsletter:  HERE
Follow Julia on Twitter HERE
Being Human Festival

Hilary Mantel - Royal Bodies Essay
Birth Undisturbed - Royal Blood by Natalie Lennard

Hello and welcome to episode 28 which is a quick recap of all the people I have interviewed on the show so far. I share what I loved about each of them and give a quick breakdown of the conversations that were had.

If you're new to the show and would like to know who I've had talks with - this is the episode for you.  AND If you missed any interviews, this will help you out!

It's been lovely to look back on all the conversations I've had and I'm looking forward to all the future ones to come.

It's a short-un, but a useful one!         

Show Notes:

My Brave Reel on Instagram
Blog: Utlan Surrogacy Birth Here
Quick Episode Links: ep: 6 // ep: 11 // ep: 16 // ep: 20 // ep: 25 // ep:  26 // ep:  27

I love poetry, it's been something I have turned to for as far back as I can remember. In honour of that love, I invited Bec-Ellis, a poet and photographer to the show to share her poetry, her creative process and what inspires her to write.

This is such a beautiful episode where Bec reads aloud a few of her favourites poems that are so relatable and in tune with Mothering. What is echoed in her words is raw and beautifully authentic.  We touch on all things Motherhood, the release of her new book "A Mother Carries" and her photography.

This is such an inspiring episode that will touch you deeply. Enjoy...

Shownotes:

Find Bec-Ellis on Instagram Here!
Visit Bec-Ellis's Website Here!
Her New Book of Poems A Mother Carries

Ethan Hawk "Give Yourself Permission to Be Creative" YouTube Talk

I'm delighted that my guest Saffia Farr editor of Juno Magazine said yes to coming on the podcast to talk all about Juno!

In this special episode, Saffia takes us on a journey of how Juno began for her and reveals what she loves about the magazine. We touch on my Birth in Pictures column and how that came to be, plus the array of articles published inside Juno on a bi-monthly basis. We also share how Juno is more than just a magazine.

If this is the first time you've heard of Juno, I recommend listening in on our chat and then taking some time to explore Juno's website. Discover more and find inspiration for gentle parenting, sustainable living, well-being and community.  It was so wonderful to meet and chat with Saffia and I can't thank her enough for her time. I think you'll enjoy this little insight into Juno - Push play and enjoy.

Show notes:

Visit Juno Magazine Here
Find Juno on Instagram Here
Find Juno on Facebook Here
Back Issues Here
Gift Packs & Subscriptions Here

If you're planning on using Hypnobirthing for your up and coming birth or wanting to look into it a little more. This episode is PERFECT for you!

In it, I chat with my long time friend Erika Townend who has been teaching the practice of Hypnobirthing for many years. Erika breaks down what hypnobirthing is, the benefits of using it at birth and details about courses available. Erika is softly spoken and so knowledgeable,  she was a sheer joy to have on the show!

Erika is also a Doula and Birth Photographer - If hypnobirthing has been on your radar, I think you'll enjoy this episode. Tune in

Shownotes:
Visit:  Erikas Website
Visit:  Erikas Instagram
Visit:  Erikas Facebook page

Mentions on the show:
Book: Hypnobirthing The Original Method by Michelle LeClaire O'Neill
Juno Magazine: Issue 75

If you're thinking of using a birth pool this episode just might be able to help. In it, I investigate the conundrum of whether you might like to hire or buy a birth pool. I list some items you'll need and list some suppliers for you to take a look at plus a bunch of other stuff!

It's worth listening to if you are questioning what to do - Shall I Hire or Buy a Birth Pool?
Thanks for pushing play, enjoy

Shownotes:

Blog: Everything You Want Know About Getting a Birth Pool
Birth Pool In a Box (UK)
La Bassine Birth Pools (UK)
Gentle Births Birth Pool Hire (UK)
Barefoot Birth Pools (UK)
Birth Supplies, Your Birth, Your Way (Sam Gadsden South Wales, UK)
FaceBook Home Birth Support Group (UK)
Podcast Ep13. A Savvy List For Your Home Birth

Hello and Happy New Year, it's good to be back!

In this brand new episode, I'll share with you my plans for the year ahead (there's lots!) and just generally have a catch up with you.

If you are curious about what's occurring in 2022 - you might want to push play!

Show Notes:

Link to get my Newsletter Here!

Link to read more Blogs Posts Here!

Link to read more Google Reviews Here!

Link To Book Me To Document Your Birth - Go Here!

Link to Instagram so you don't miss a thing!  

Welcome to episode 22 of the podcast, where I delve into the five main objections I hear when it comes to taking the plunge and hiring a birth photographer.

They include the BIGGY - Expense and a few others that might resonate with you.  It's not a long episode but one I think you'll enjoy.

Show notes:

Link to Listen Ep17: What's On-Call Life Actually Like?

Lexia Frank Photography:  http://www.lexiafrank.com/

Link to Listen to Ep9: In Their Own Words!

Blog: Birth Photography - Whose Voice Are You Listening to?