This special two-part episode of The Midwives Podcast shares both sides of a powerful birth journey - first through the eyes of Demar (Part 1), and then through Farrah’s perspective (Part 2).

In Part 1, Demar offers an honest and heartfelt look at what it’s like to support a partner through birth. He reflects on their first experience - a long, 40-hour hospital labor that challenged his expectations and instinct to “rescue” - and contrasts it with their second birth at a center, where a more personal and supportive environment helped him step into a calmer, more grounded role.

Through these experiences, Demar shares how he learned that his role wasn’t to control the process, but to trust his partner, stay present, and support her needs. He speaks candidly about the humility of witnessing birth, the strength of a laboring woman, and the importance of preparation, communication, and adaptability.