Having A Baby In China Podcast

Join Ruth's mom as she tells the story of coming to China to witness the birth of her first grandchild. In this very personal retelling, we get to hear all about Ruth's first birth--through the eyes of her mother. Patty shares first hand about what it was like to travel to China (on her own!) and then support Ruth through the last weeks of pregnancy, the birth, and the post birth documentation process. Hear her impressions of China birth culture, her worries, and many her surprises as she walked along side Ruth and Nathan through this momentous time of their lives. Listen to the end for her tips for potential grandparents preparing to travel to China for the birth of their own children!

If you want to hear Ruth's birth stories through her own eyes, you can also listen on the Evidence Based Birth Podcast and The Birth Hour!

Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/ebb-259-cross-cultural-experiences-in-childbirth-with-ruth-greene-doula-and-co-owner-of-having-a-baby-in-china-consulting-services/

The Birth Hour: https://thebirthhour.com/giving-birth-in-china-and-helping-other-navigate-maternity-system-in-china/

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Check out Having a Baby in China: The Course – A Video Course to learn about it all!

Listen to Jacquelyn and Ruth react to Evidence Based Birth's podcast episode all about reducing risk of cesarean section!

You can listen to EBB's original episode, with all of the statistics and studies mentioned, here: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/ebb-343-top-ten-evidence-based-strategies-for-lowering-the-risk-of-cesarean/

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Check out Having a Baby in China: The Course - A Video Course to learn about it all!

We're Back!

We've taken a break but we are excited to bring you new and fresh episodes! In this welcome back episode, Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) jump right back into the podcast with a short and sweet episode packed full with practical advice all about preparing for birth in China.

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Tune in to this episode to hear about how Libby navigated the sudden arrival of her first baby by cesarean, a NICU stay with a happy ending, and the process that went into her deciding on and planning for a second cesarean for her next baby. Many thanks to Libby for sharing her story with our listeners!

To contact with Libby, you can add her on WeChat or email Ruth or Jacquelyn.

WeChat ID: Libbyxo

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Happy Holidays from HABIC! Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) wish you a Very Merry Season while discussing their own experiences of spending holidays with extended family while traveling and caring for a newborn. Lots of great nuggets in this bite-sized episode, so we invite you to give it a listen while you relax this season, wherever you are in the world! 

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This week, Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) discuss what you can expect in your birthing experience in China when you plan to deliver by C-section. They focus on details and facts, skipping over why an individual might choose to plan a C-section to focus on what's important to "know before you go", including some considerations when evaluating potential deliver sites. If you know a C-section is in your future (and maybe even if you don't), you need this information!

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Check out Having a Baby in China: The Course - A Video Course to learn about it all!

In this episode, Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) discuss what a typical induction looks like in China. They focus on details and facts, from factors surrounding the decision to induce to the literal days it may take for the process to be successful. If an induction may be a possibility for you or your partner, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode!

Plus, Jacquelyn reads more encouraging review from our listeners!

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Join Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) for the start of their new series exploring what different birthing experiences might look like in China. In Part 1, the ladies discuss what "standard" labor looks like in China and what you can expect going in. There's a ton of great information here that you'll want to hear!

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Check out Having a Baby in China: The Course - A Video Course to learn about it all!

We're Back!

Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) are back for a the third season of all-new birth stories, fresh advice, and their signature cozy conversational style. So brew yourself a cuppa, wrap up in a warm something, and settle in. Great things are coming!

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Check out Having a Baby in China: The Course - A Video Course to learn about it all!

In this Part 2 of their birth story, Nicky and Matt share about the end of their pregnancy, the birth and the postpartum period, along with what it was like to work with a (virtual) doula and an IBCLC.

In the 36th week of pregnancy Nicky was diagnosed with gestational hypertension that quickly progressed into pre-eclampsia. From an induction, to jaundice, to the NICU, to breastfeeding struggles, Nicky and Matt share the good, the bad, and everything in-between.

In addition, Nicky and Matt share where they are emotionally following the birth and Lucy’s diagnosis, how Lucy is doing now, and the joys and struggles of being new parents.

Once again, thank you to Nicky and Matt for sharing your story with the Having a Baby in China Podcast.

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Visit the Having a Baby in China Website: https://www.havingababyinchina.com/

Follow @HavingABabyInChina on Instagram 

Check out Having a Baby in China: The Course - A Video Course to learn about it all!