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And in a single moment, your entire life changes. Your baby who has spent the last 9 months curled up inside, is earthside. WHAT NOW?

In this episode I'm join by Midwife Marie Louise and we discuss what to expect in those first 24 hours after birth. Both physically and emotionally, for both mum and baby.


You can follow Marie Louise on instagram @themodernmidwife and her new books is available to purchase here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Modern-Midwifes-Guide-Pregnancy-Beyond/dp/B0853DTQ9V/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=marie+louise+midwife&qid=1586418116&sr=8-1

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In this episode, Independent Midwife Kemi Johnson and I discuss all thing Home Birth. The benefits, what if’s, practicalities, everything you may want to know about having your baby at home.

Something important to consider, is that regardless of where you choose to give birth, if you go into spontaneous labour, at least part of your labour will be in your home environment. So understanding how birthing in this space is going to feel and going to work is important for most of us!

References 

The Birth Place Study 2011

https://www.npeu.ox.ac.uk/birthplace/results

Home Birth Meta Analysis- The Lancet

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/eclinm/article/PIIS2589-5370(19)30119-1/fulltext

Secondary Analysis of the Birth Place Study 2011 (Including women with ‘high risk’ pregnancies)

https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/1471-0528.13283

 Midwife Thinking Meconium Article

https://midwifethinking.com/2015/01/14/the-curse-of-meconium-stained-liquor/

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Does the way you exercise need to change because you fall pregnant? What about if you've never exercised before? Is now a good time to start?

This week we're bring you an up beat episode chatting through all things exercise when it comes to having a baby! From the physical and mental benefits, the impact on birth itself, things to be aware of and building it into your recovery for birth.

Joining me are Personal Trainer Charlie Launder- founder of Bumps and Burpees; and B&B Personal Trainer and NHS Midwife Emily Pullan.

Some great tips for pregnancy, birth and beyond whether you're used to attending Cross Fit 5 mornings a week or if jogging for the bus has been your weekly work out up 'til now!

You can follow our guests on Instagram @charlielaunder, @bumpsandburpees and @midwifepullan_pt

https://bumpsandburpees.com/


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Have you been told you 'have' to give birth in a certain way? That you're 'not allowed' to do something, like have an elective caesarean, give birth at home or in water?

This week I am joined by Rebecca Savage, experienced midwife of 15 years and trainee Consultant Midwife. We discuss the role of a consultant midwife in accessing birth choices that do not sit within the 'normal' guidelines or care pathways.

This episode is an absolute must listen if you want to feel informed and supported about making choices for birth that feel right for you and your baby.

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Have you ever thought about capturing your birth on camera? If you're shaking your head and recoiling at the thought, bear with me.. if I've caught your attention, this episode answers all your questions!

In this episode I'm joined by Birth Photographer and Doula Jo Robertson and we talk about the beauty of birth photography, covering everything from the practicalities of having a birth photographer, to the power of birth imagery in learning about birth.

You can follow Jo on Instagram @southwales_birthphotographer
Or visit her website https://lcrazebirthphotography.co.uk/

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Trigger Warning: In this episode we discuss birth trauma. The focus of the episode is on healing from trauma and preventing it and you may well still find it useful to listen to during pregnancy. No specific traumatic birth stories are referenced. However if you would prefer not to listen to it, or you find it triggering to listen to, please consider your own emotional health first and switch off if needbe!

This week I’m joined by Dr Rebecca Moore, Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist and co-founder of Make Birth Better. Up to 1 in 3 women would describe their birth or the perinatal period as ‘traumatic’, which can impact their mental health, parenting and future family plans. 

We discuss what can be done to prevent birth trauma- both from a parent and healthcare provider perspective. And, for women and families who have experienced trauma, what can be done to help manage and heal from this. We discuss the work of ‘Make Birth Better’ who help prevent trauma within the healthcare system itself, and also work directly with women and parents following birth.

https://www.makebirthbetter.org/

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In this episode I'm joined by guest Sophie Burch and we talk candidly about life as a new parent of a baby. The feelings and emotions you might encounter at this time, tools and techniques to make this time positive for yourselves. Sophie works extensively with women throughout the perinatal period and her wise words are a must listen for any pregnant or new mothers.

You can visit Sophie's website at https://www.themammacoach.com/

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We all know that having a baby means your sleep is going to be disrupted. If anything, we probably underestimate exactly just HOW much. Understanding the biology and normal patterns of infant sleep can make the demands that life with a baby brings, just a little bit easier.

This week I am joined by renowned infant sleep and gentle parenting expert, Sarah Ockwell-Smith. Whether you are currently pregnant and wanting to get prepared, or it's 3am and you're right in the depths of new parenthood, Sarah's fascinating insight, top tips and gentle reassurance will have you feeling better in one short episode!

A link to purchases the 'Alpha Music' mentioned by Sarah in the show
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gentle-Sleep-Music-Babies-Ockwell-Smith/dp/B00USVGJ6A/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=alpha+music+sarah&qid=1579030744&sr=8-1

A link to Sarah's Website
https://sarahockwell-smith.com/

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Yoga is something often recommended by midwives as a helpful form of exercise for women during pregnancy. But yoga has many more benefits than simply exercise. In this episode I am joined by Dr Leah Deutsch (AKA 'The Yoga Doc') who, as well as being a practicing obstetrician is also a pregnancy yoga teacher. We take a look at what the practice of yoga involves and the benefits of this for labour, birth and beyond.  

Yoga has influenced Leah’s work as an obstetrician, and we discuss the importance of holistic care for all women when it comes to pregnancy, labour and birth and exactly how this fits into the Maternity System as we know it. A really fun, inspiring and insightful chat!

http://leahdeutschyoga.co.uk/

Instagram @yogadoc

The Yoga Doc YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEWLgfQCiz2DNezXH0PZZOA

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TRIGGER WARNING: Pregnancy Loss, Miscarriage and Still Birth

1 in 4 women experience miscarriage or pregnancy loss, so for a lot of us falling pregnant again can come with a lot of conflicting emotions. In this episode I’m joined by midwife Kate Marsh from the team at Tommy’s. Tommy’s are the UK Baby Loss Charity, supporting women through baby loss and researching miscarriage, preterm birth and still birth. We talk candidly about experiencing miscarriage, and approaching pregnancy after losing a baby. 

Please access this episode with care, if you are currently pregnant, you may prefer to wait until after your baby is born until you listen. 

If you need immediate mental health support or are concerned about your pregnancy in any way please contact your Midwife, GP, 111 NHS service or in an emergency phone 999.

You can contact the Tommy’s Pregnancy Support Line on 0800 0147 800 Mon-Fri 9-5pm.

For more information or support from Tommy’s visit https://www.tommys.org/

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