The Great Birth Rebellion

Episode 155 - Optimising the function of your body during labour


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A great birth doesn’t happen by accident, there are things that you can do to influence the events of your birth. In this episode Mel shares some strategies that you can apply to increase your chances of having a GREAT birth. 

For more strategies you can join Mel’s free masterclass www.melaniethemidwife.com/great

This masterclass is live on June 27th 2025 and those registered for the live event will also receive the recording afterwards. If you are listening to this episode as a back catalogue and want to see the masterclass beyond 27th of June 2025, it will be available at www.melaniethemidwife.com for you too. 

Episodes that complement this episode include:

Ep. 149 - Increase your chance of vaginal birth in hospital 

Ep. 143 - Declining medical recommendations

Ep. 133 - The Risk of Induction part 1

Ep. 134 - The risks of induction Part 2 

Ep. 125 - the medicalisation spectrum

Ep. 101 The Brain and Body in labour

Ep. 85 - Light messes with labour 

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    The information and resources provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute or replace medical or midwifery advice. Instead, all information provided is intended for education, with its application intended for discussion between yourself and your care provider and/or workplace if you are a health professional.

    The Great Birth Rebellion podcast reserves the right to supplement, edit, change, or delete any information at any time. Whilst we have tried to maintain the accuracy and completeness of information, we do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy or currency of the information. The podcast accepts no liability for any loss, damage or unfavourable outcomes howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.

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