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: 
Surprise pregnancyDecision to keep the pregnancyInsomniaPlanned birth care birthHospital birth with an epiduralSmall perineal tearMental healthPostnatal Depression and AnxietyLockdown postpartum periodMaternal Mental Health Clinic
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Sophie + Lucy - Surprise Pregnancy, Hospital Birth with Epidural, Postnatal Depression and Anxiety

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This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ.
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Manaia. Some of the topics we cover: 
Prenatal AnxietyStretch and SweepsEmergency Csection after spontaneous labour VBACBroken 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
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Manaia, George, Flynn + Oscar - Prenatal Anxiety, Emergency Csection, VBAC, Induction + Gender Disappointment

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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 homeMidwife appointment (2cm dilated) Planned Hospital birth 5cm dilated when arrived at HospitalVariable baby heartrate on CTG monitor (190-70)Emergency C-section under General Anaesthetic Meconium AspirationFlat breathing when born SCBU stay (12 days) Waking up from birth under GA Recovery from CsectionBreastfeeding 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
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Lucie + Ariki - Spontaneous Labour at 41+4, Meconium Aspiration, Emergency C-Section under General Anaesthetic, SCBU

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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 healthMum guiltExpressing 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.

Shannon + Elsie - Unplanned Pregnancy, Planned Homebirth, Positive Birth Story, Breastfeeding Challenges

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here.
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kate. Some of the topics we cover: 
Miscarriage / Pregnancy LossOBGYN care Midwifery careInduction - reduced movementEmergency C-sectionBreastfeeding challenges Failure to thrive Low Muscle tone Roving eye movements Genetic testingIVF Embryo transfersElective C-sectionsTwisted Uterus Put under General Anaesthetic post-birthCosleeping 
 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
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Kate, Hazel, Taika + Amaia - Miscarriage, BEHR Syndrome, Genetic Testing, CSection Births

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here.
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 testsNIPTEarly pregnancy symptomsAcupunture Birth PlansIna 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 newbornBirth 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.

Sophie + Lucy - Surprise Pregnancy, Hospital Birth with Epidural, Postnatal Depression and Anxiety

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