The Positive Births NZ podcast

#153. Beth's two births in Spain (hospital and homebirth)


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Kiwi Beth and her partner moved to Majorca Spain whilepregnant with their first baby. Beth’s plan was to have a homebirth and she shares what she needed to do to make that happen – as the system in Spain is very different to NZ.

Despite what was planned baby had other ideas as he wasready to arrive at 34+5 so this birth ended up being in hospital. Beth explains what happened after baby was born and how it was difficult to advocate for herself and baby due to the language barrier.

In her second pregnancy Beth was determined to have the homebirth and of course she did and she shares her very fast straight forward experience with baby #2.

Beth can be found at www.mybody-mybirth.comand you might like to check out her exploration card pack – designed to inspire open and meaningful conversations between you and your birth partner so you can feel more connected, prepared, and confident as you prepare to welcome your baby.

For all listeners – purchase a pack of the birth cardsbefore December 31 2025, use code Positive20 for a 20% discount!

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The Positive Births NZ podcastBy Helen Bartrom