Join us as we discuss  an intense, yet victorious birth story from our midwifery practice in San Diego, navigating gestational diabetes management, labor challenges, our longest pushing phase we have supported as midwives, and the journey of a firmly committed and focused first-time mom.

01:09 Diving into Birth Stories

02:04 Reflecting on Midwifery Practices

08:59 Client's Journey to Midwifery Care

10:10 Managing Blood Glucose Issues

17:44 The Birth Story Begins

23:05 Navigating Early Labor Challenges

23:22 Rest and Reassurance

23:54 The Importance of Patience

24:13 Encouraging Progress

24:41 The Power of Support

24:56 Midwives' Tools and Techniques

25:35 A Critical Nap

26:00 Reassessing and Adapting

26:41 Pushing Through Obstacles

27:26 Facing Position Challenges

29:01 The Final Push

30:44 A Hard-Earned Victory

32:10 Reflecting on the Birth Experience

40:41 Postpartum Reflections

42:58 Empowering Future Births

46:40 Community and Support

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