To kick off this fourth episode in the Birth with Confidence series we are discussing the importance of reframing labour pain as being normal and physiological rather than pathological. 

Rhea Dempsey, a birth worker, counsellor, childbirth educator and incredible author talks us through:

• The current birth culture and demonising of labour pain 
• The difference between pathological versus physiological pain
• Different sensations you may feel in labour that are completely NORMAL

Today’s episode is episode 4 of 6 in this series. If you want to listen to this entire podcast series all at once and to learn all about the issues within the current birth culture, crises of confidence and so.much.more then you can find all these episodes live right now inside my online membership program, the Pregnancy Posse.

We also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Rhea talks us through “wild cards” and how certain life events or social and emotional factors can pop up as triggers throughout the birth process.

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Rhea you can find her at birthingwisdom.com.au

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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To kick off this third episode in the Birth with Confidence series we are discussing the hormones involved in late stage labour and the importance of understanding the difference between a woman feeling exhausted versus being endorphined. 

Rhea Dempsey, a birth worker, counsellor, childbirth educator and incredible author talks us through:

• The key role that endorphins and adrenaline play in late stage labour 
• How endorphins help to mediate pain and help a mother drop into her primal brain
• How adrenaline helps to “wake us up” so we are ready for birth 
• Oxytocin compensation strategies if we’ve had birth interventions or have been separated from bubs

Today’s episode is episode 3 of 6 in this series. If you want to listen to this entire podcast series all at once and to learn all about why we need to start reframing the stories about labour pain, the issues within the current birth culture, crises of confidence and so.much.more then you can find all these episodes live right now inside my online membership program, the Pregnancy Posse.

We also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Rhea talks us through “wild cards” and how certain life events or social and emotional factors can pop up as triggers throughout the birth process.

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Rhea you can find her at birthingwisdom.com.au

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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To kick off this second episode in the Birth with Confidence series we are discussing the importance of the queen oxytocin hormone and how we can set up a beautiful oxytocin routine at home. 

Rhea Dempsey, a birth worker, counsellor, childbirth educator and incredible author talks us through:

• The main body centres to help stimulate oxytocin
• How to build the ultimate “oxytocin recipe” as a daily home practice
• How to calm your body and keep labour progressing when feeling stressed or under pressure

Today’s episode is episode 2 of 6 in this series. If you want to listen to this entire podcast series all at once and to learn all about the role of adrenaline and endorphins in late stage labour, why we need to start reframing the stories about labour pain, the issues within the current birth culture, crises of confidence and so.much.more then you can find all these episodes live right now inside my online membership program, the Pregnancy Posse.

We also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Rhea talks us through “wild cards” and how certain life events or social and emotional factors can pop up as triggers throughout the birth process.

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Rhea you can find her at birthingwisdom.com.au

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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To kick off this first episode in the Birth with Confidence series we are discussing the natural hormonal dance that occurs between a mother and baby and the importance of not disturbing this magical event. 

Rhea Dempsey, a birth worker, counsellor, childbirth educator and incredible author talks us through:

• The difference between natural oxytocin hormones versus synthetic hormones
• The incredible role that oxytocin plays in opening our minds and bodies and helping us connect to our babies
• How adrenaline and anxiety can hamper early labour
• The importance of “tuning in” rather than following a clock
• The difference between early labour and established labour 

Today’s episode is episode 1 of 6 in this series. If you want to listen to this entire podcast series all at once and to learn all about the importance of the oxytocin hormone, the role of adrenaline and endorphins in late stage labour, why we need to start reframing the stories about labour pain, the issues within the current birth culture, crises of confidence and so.much.more then you can find all these episodes live right now inside my online membership program, the Pregnancy Posse.

We also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Rhea talks us through “wild cards” and how certain life events or social and emotional factors can pop up as triggers throughout the birth process.

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Rhea you can find her at birthingwisdom.com.au

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this fifth episode in the Yoga & Doula series we are discussing ways in which you can connect more with your baby in pregnancy and practice more mindfulness in every day life. 

Louise Maguire, our pregnancy and birth guide, nurse, yoga instructor and birth doula, discusses:

• The journey that your baby takes through pregnancy and birth
• How to connect in with your little one
• Simple ways to practice more mindfulness in your every day life

Don't forget we also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Louise guides us through a beautiful pregnancy meditation. 

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Louise you can find her at louise_maguire_ 

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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To kick off this fourth episode in the Yoga & Doula series we are discussing the benefits of using yoga and meditation during pregnancy. 

Louise Maguire, our pregnancy and birth guide, nurse, yoga instructor and birth doula, discusses:

• How yoga and meditation help to build the mind/body connection
• The importance of relieving physical and mental tension during pregnancy and birth
• How these tools help you to connect more with your baby
• Meditation for those women who find it hard to sit still!
• Meditation versus mindfulness and practical ways to include it in your day

Today’s episode is episode 4 of 5 in this series. If you want to listen to this entire podcast series all at once then you can find all these episodes live right now inside my online membership program, the Pregnancy Posse.

We also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Louise guides us through a beautiful pregnancy meditation. 

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Louise you can find her at louise_maguire_ 

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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To kick off this third episode in the Yoga & Doula series we are discussing fear in childbirth and ways in which we can overcome this to have a beautiful and empowering birth experience. 

Louise Maguire, our pregnancy and birth guide, nurse, yoga instructor and birth doula, discusses:

• How the medicalisation of birth may be a factor in our current fear pandemic
• The importance of connecting to ourselves, our bodies and the birth process
• How fear creates pain and tension in the body
• Different practical tools and strategies to release fear

Today’s episode is episode 3 of 5 in this series. If you want to listen to this entire podcast series all at once and to learn all about the benefits of yoga and meditation, connecting with your baby and so.much.more then you can find all these episodes live right now inside my online membership program, the Pregnancy Posse.

We also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Louise guides us through a beautiful pregnancy meditation. 

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Louise you can find her at louise_maguire_ 

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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To kick off this second episode in the Yoga & Doula series we are discussing the role of a doula in the post-partum space.

Louise Maguire, our pregnancy and birth guide, nurse, yoga instructor and birth doula, discusses everything you need to know about the support provided by a postpartum doula. 

Today’s episode is episode 2 of 5 in this series. If you want to listen to this entire podcast series all at once and to learn all about fear in childbirth, the benefits of yoga and meditation, connecting with your baby and so.much.more then you can find all these episodes live right now inside my online membership program, the Pregnancy Posse.

We also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Louise guides us through a beautiful pregnancy meditation. 

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Louise you can find her at louise_maguire_ 

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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To kick off this first episode in the Yoga & Doula series we are discussing the role of a doula in the pregnancy and birth space. 

Louise Maguire, our pregnancy and birth guide, nurse, yoga instructor and birth doula, discusses:

• The different types of doulas
• The role of a doula in the pregnancy and birth space
• The history of the doula support person

Today’s episode is episode 1 of 5 in this series. If you want to listen to this entire podcast series all at once and to learn all about postpartum doulas, fear in childbirth, the benefits of yoga ad meditation, connecting with your baby and so.much.more then you can find all these episodes live right now inside my online membership program, the Pregnancy Posse.

We also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Louise guides us through a beautiful pregnancy meditation. 

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Louise you can find her at louise_maguire_ 

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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To kick off this seventh episode, I’m sharing the live recording of the recent Q & A we did for our Ask the Midwife series.

Beth Ryan, our midwife and childbirth educator will discuss:

• The GBS test
• Strategies for posterior labour
• Reducing the need for forceps or vacuum
• Cervical lips
• Pros and cons of an ECV
• Expressing colostrum
• Tips to reduce perineal tearing
• Advice for women with fear around childbirth
• Can a baby ever be too big to be born vaginally
• Different induction methods
• Customising your birth plan for a C-section

Whilst today’s episode is the final one for this series, we also have a bonus episode exclusive only to Posse members where Beth talks us through the top 3 hospital bag items you should have, how to get your partner to support you best during birth, managing posterior labour and the low down on epidurals.

You can find out more about the Pregnancy Posse and trial it for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com.

If you’d like to learn more from Beth you can find her @birthwithbeth.

I’d love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!

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