Podcast Show Notes

Episode Title: Tiffany’s Birth Stories - Unique Home Birth Experiences

Episode Overview:

Join your hosts Emma and Sophia as they chat with Tiffany about her two distinct and memorable home birth experiences. Tiffany shares the joys and challenges of being a mom to two kids under two, as well as navigating unique circumstances during her births.

Topics include:

• Being GBS positive and managing it during birth

• The challenges of nuchal hands during delivery

• What happens when you don’t experience the fetal ejection reflex

• Cord burning as a bonding and ceremonial practice

• Addressing neonatal cyanosis and transient neonatal pustular melanosis

• Discussing herpes simplex virus and its implications for birth and postpartum

• Understanding and using the BRAIN acronym for decision-making during labor

• Navigating newborn RSV and what parents need to know

Tiffany’s story is a testament to the unpredictability of birth and the strength and adaptability of parents.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. GBS Positive Birth

• Tiffany shares how she managed her Group B Strep (GBS) status while planning a home birth.

2. Nuchal Hands

• The challenges and adjustments required during delivery when a baby is born with hands near the head.

3. Fetal Ejection Reflex

• Tiffany discusses what it was like to give birth without experiencing the reflex and how she navigated labor.

4. Cord Burning

• Exploring the significance and process of cord burning as a ceremonial and bonding moment.

5. Neonatal Cyanosis and Transient Neonatal Pustular Melanosis

• Addressing these rare newborn conditions and how they were handled post-birth.

6. Herpes Simplex Virus and Birth

• Tiffany opens up about managing HSV during pregnancy and postpartum.

7. BRAIN Acronym

• Using Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, Intuition, and Need time/Do nothing to make informed decisions during labor and postpartum.

8. Newborn RSV

• Tiffany’s experience navigating RSV with a newborn and tips for parents.

Related Episode:

• Tifani Beecher - Birth Photographer: Listen Here

Final Thoughts:

Tiffany’s story highlights the beauty and complexity of home birth, offering valuable insights for parents navigating their own unique journeys. From medical considerations to ceremonial practices, this episode is packed with information and inspiration.

Listen to the Episode:

• Podcast Link: Spotify

• Instagram:

• @sophiabirth

• @bayareahomebirth

• @bornwildmidwifery

• Facebook: Podcast Link

Final Call to Action:

Tune in to hear Tiffany’s raw and honest reflections on birth, parenting, and navigating the unexpected with resilience and love.

Stay Wild 🌳