Episodes

Aug. 10, 2022

E5 Christine: Glasses or Contacts During Labor and Delivery

Christine's experience wearing glasses for her first labor and delivery did not go well. They kept fogging up and falling off. She didn't see her son until he was lying on her chest after being born. For her second birth, …

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July 27, 2022

E4 Lauren: Physical Recovery after an Episiotomy- tearing vs. episiot…

Physically recovering from birth is difficult enough, but tearing or having an episiotomy can make it worse. Lauren had an episiotomy while birthing her son. Afterwards, she had difficulty peeing. When she did, it burned so...

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July 20, 2022

E3 Finding a VBAC Supportive Provider

Are you considering pursuing a VBAC(Vaginal Birth After Cesarean)? Are you unsure if your provider will support you? In this episode, I discuss the difference between a provider who is VBAC tolerant vs. VBAC supportive. I als...

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July 13, 2022

E2 My Position vs. Baby's Position During Labor

Baby being malpositioned is one of the leading causes of unplanned c-sections. In this episode I share how my first daughter's positioning led to my c-section. I also discuss the changes I made with my second daughter to keep...

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July 6, 2022

E1 A C-Section is Major Surgery, and Comes with Major Risks

Do you know how many layers are cut during a c-section? Are you aware that there are both short-term and long-term risks? Even though many people may make it seem like it's no big deal, a c-section is major surgery. …

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July 2, 2022

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Was your first-time birth experience not exactly what you wanted or hoped for? Would you like to make it better for the next time? Or maybe you’d just like to know that you’re not alone on your birthing journey? If …

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