Blessed be Birth

Blessed be Birth

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Blessed be Birth episodes

  • Episode 27: Birth Trauma
    Today’s topic is a serious one but one we knew we needed to touch on. Many listeners have reached out to us to talk on this topic as well. Birth trauma looks different for everyone but statistically one in three women have experienced it so it’s important to talk about it!
    49 min
  • Episode 25: Golden Hour, Bonding and Skin-to-Skin

    We're taking you back to an episode we recorded earlier this fall and have yet to share! In today's conversation, we're discussing the Golden Hour - that hour after birth when your baby is held skin-to-skin to your chest. Snuggling your sweet baby is just one aspect of this hour, it plays an important role in so many things such as bonding, breastfeeding, mom's recovery, hormonal changes, and temperature regulation. We also discuss what to do if you don't get to experience the golden hour. So tune in now to learn more about it!

    50 min
  • Episode 24: Prodromal Labor: It's Not in Your Head

    Prodromal labor - formerly known as "false labor" - is something some women experience at the end of pregnancy before true labor starts. It can be both physically and mentally taxing on a mother awaiting birth, but you're not alone (or crazy!). Tune in today as we share our experiences with it and how to help yourself if you experience it as well.

    36 min
  • Episode 22: Getting Husbands (or anyone) on Board

    Have you done the research and decided where you feel comfortable giving birth but your husband (or vice versa) isn't on board? You're not alone! Today's episode is all about how to go about having these conversations and how to come to a decision where both of you feel comfortable. It might get uncomfortable along the way, but that's where we learn and grow!


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    https://www.amazon.com/Born-USA-Broken-Maternity-Children/dp/0520256336


    https://www.amazon.com/Babies-Are-Not-Pizzas-Delivered/dp/173254963X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AE687290DC8N&keywords=babies+aren%27t+pizzas&qid=1699837971&s=books&sprefix=babies+arent%2Cstripbooks%2C73&sr=1-1

    52 min
  • Episode 21: Beyond the Baby Blues

    Many of us know the initial roller coaster of emotions that happen after giving birth as the baby blues, but what happens after that? When do the baby blues turn into something we need to be concerned about? Postpartum mood disorders are so common in today's world. But feeling anxious, depressed, or angry after a baby isn't normal. What can we do to help ourselves? Is medication our only answer? We talk all about this in today's episode, so tune in!

    57 min
  • Episode 20: The Pushing Stage
    What do you need to know when it comes to pushing? Listen in as we talk about this incredibly important stage of birth! We talk about the fears associated with pushing (pooping/tearing) and how to work on overcoming them. The pros and cons of pushing with an epidural, and how different positions can make a difference-incase you thought you had to push a baby out on your back...Newsflash! You don't. Because as always we talk about the choices you have when it comes to birthing YOUR baby.
    https://bodyreadymethod.com/offerings/prenatal/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwm66pBhDQARIsALIR2zDX8usfeIC01GifdLif-4CNh4YGrFqmYEzzL8Ntg30HvSXNDgpFViIaAjgQEALw_wcB
    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 19: All About Hypnobirthing
    This week's episode we're getting into the topic of hypnobirthing! What it is and why we are such big proponents of it. We also discuss the concerns that many Catholics have when it comes to this method of childbirth education and hopefully put your mind at ease. So grab your drink of choice and join us for this conversation! Hypnobirthing book: https://a.co/d/4OaY8id
    43 min
  • Episode 18: Doula Life

    Today we're talking about what it's like to be a doula and how the on-call life is a major factor in your decision! It's not always an easy role but it is extremely fulfilling if you feel God calling you to it. Tune in if you've ever questioned whether or not being a doula is right for you!

    44 min

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