Kiwi Birth Tales

In episode 112 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Sophie and she talks us through her pregnancy and birth stories with her 2 boys and angel baby Violet. 

In this episode we discuss: 
- Chemical Pregnancy
- Cholestasis 
- Induction
- Ventouse 
- Episiotomy
- Miscarriage at 18 Weeks 
- Loss 
- Postpartum period after loss
- Retained Product
- TTC
- Difficult PP recovery 

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@Kiwibirthtales
@Yourbirthproject

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In episode 111 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Danika about the birth of her son Bodhi. 

In this episode we discuss: 
- Molar Pregnancy
- Planned Homebirth 
- Hospital transfer 
- Difficult physical recovery 
- Pelvic floor physio 

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@Kiwibirthtales
@Yourbirthproject

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In episode 110 of Kiwi Birth Tales I interview Sam who takes us through her pregnancy and birth stories. In this episode we cover:

- Traumatic first birth
- Kiwi Cup delivery
- 3C Tear
- No skin to skin or delayed cord clamping
- Towel Aversion & PTSD
- Baby loss: 3 miscarriages (including a chemical pregnancy and loss in first trimester)
- Fluid sac found in early scans
- Healing second birth in hospital with no complications or tearing

This episode is proudly sponsored by Your Birth Project, an online Hypnobirthing / Calmbirthing course dedicated to inclusive and empowered birthing experiences. Sam is one of the Mamas who has completed the course and gives it a lot of credit in her second birth, you can find more information @yourbirthproject on social media or www.yourbirthproject.com 

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@Kiwibirthtales
@Yourbirthproject

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In episode 109 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Arianna about the birth of her daughter Īrena.

In this episode we discuss: 
- Gestational Diabetes (diagnosed late in pregnancy)
- COVID 19 Lockdown 
- Homebirth
- Māori Tikanga
- Breastfeeding 
- Postnatal Mental Health
- Māori Womens Health 

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@Kiwibirthtales
@Yourbirthproject

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In episode 108 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Krystine Nation about her most recent pregnancy and birth of son Maddox. Krystine also discusses her previous pregnancies and births (she has 5 children) but we focus mainly on the birth of Maddox.

In this episode we discuss: 
- Vaginal births
- C Section
- Post Natal Depression
- Haemorrhoids
- Blood Loss  at 29 weeks 
- Fast labour and birth 

This weeks episode is proudly sponsored by My Monthly - My Monthly is your new go-to online store for all things period, pregnancy and postpartum
related.

Working alongside several well-known and trusted NZ brands such as The Hello Cup, Bear
and Moo, Haakaa, Awwa, Noopii nappies, Only Good skincare and more, My Monthly offer
products and gift packs to suit women’s needs throughout different stages of their lives.

They have created a range of packs including, but not limited to, the ‘Pre-Period’ pack for
those preparing their daughters for their first period, the ‘Next Step’ pack for those making
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such as menstrual cups and organic period proof underwear, tampons and pads.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect baby shower gift, or perhaps you’re after some
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modern day woman, so they have packaged up the most premium products for you to
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For the month of December My Monthly will donate $5 from every pack purchase to the
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You can view all that My Monthly has to offer on their Instagram @my.monthly or Facebook
page @mymonthlynz, or you can check them out at www.mymonthly.co.nz

Thanks for listening!

@Kiwibirthtales
@Yourbirthproject

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In episode 107 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Chloe about her 3 pregnancies and 2 births.

We cover:
- Trying to conceive
- Miscarriage
- Marginal Cord Insertion
- Water Birth
- Retained Placenta
- Hosptial stay
- Breastfeeding journey & support
- Healing second birth

A special thank you to Hatched Antenatal for sponsoring this weeks episode of the podcast, I would love for you to check out their online and in person antenatal course options at www.hatchedantenatal.co.nz

Thanks for listening!

@Kiwibirthtales
@Yourbirthproject

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In episode 106 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Rebecca about the surrogacy birth story of baby Ziggy (parents Tess & Dan). 

In this episode we cover: 
- surrogacy 
- pre eclampsia
- induction (misoprostol oral drug) 
- water birth 
- post birth haemorrhage
- haemorrhoids
- mental health / post birth hormones 

This episode is proudly brought to you by Noopii. Noopii® is an award-winning New Zealand and women-owned Social Enterprise company making premium eco luxe nappies and pants that are non-toxic, chemical-free and made with Manuka Hydrosol - a world first. By harnessing this ‘plant power’ with the latest technology they have created nappies that are naturally antibacterial which may inhibit the growth of bacteria, preventing nappy rash.

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@Yourbirthproject

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In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Kendall about the birth of her son Oakley.

In the episode we discuss:
- pregnancy overseas
- returning to NZ
- abnormal scans
- forcep delivery after a long labour
- birth trauma
- infection post birth
- breastfeeding journey
- post partum mental health

A huge thank you to this weeks sponsor The Balanced Mama Project 

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@Yourbirthproject

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In episode 104 of Kiwi Birth Tales brought to you by @wellnessbyjessica I talk with Sophie about the birth of her daughter Rory. 

In this episode we discuss:
- Birth preferences for vaginal and csection births
- Emergency C Section
- 9.7lbs baby at birth 
- Cellulitis
- Breastfeeding
- Post baby blues / hormones
- Intimacy post birth 

A huge thank you to Jessica from @wellnessbyjessica for sponsoring this weeks episode of the podcast, you can find Jessica @wellnessbyjessica on Instagram or www.wellnessbyjessica.com 

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@Kiwibirthtales
@Yourbirthproject

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In episode 103 of Kiwi Birth Tales sponsored by Radiance I speak with Anna about her 3 birth stories. 

In this episode we cover: 
- Blended families
- Emergency CSection
- Postnatal Depression and Anxiety 
- Retained Products 
- Mastitis 
and much more!

This episode is proudly brought to you by Radiance. Radiance™ has been helping kiwi’s lead healthier lives for over thirty years by developing innovative natural health formulas. One innovative product that Radiance produces is Probiotic Baby Drops. Radiance
Probiotic Baby drops provide a clinically researched, dairy-free, acid resistant, shelf stable probiotic strain, shown to support healthy populations of gut flora, tummy comfort and immunity in babies. This product may be especially supportive for baby’s immune health, tummy comfort, those born by caesarean or those taking antibiotics, suitable for babies from birth.

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@Kiwibirthtales
@Yourbirthproject

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