In this week's episode, I am chatting to the lovely Zare de Candole who is a birth and postnatal doula amongst many other things.  She shares her great wisdom of what is required when preparing for the baby's arrival during pregnancy. She makes many recommendations about using a planning journal to ensure that anyone expecting a baby considers the wide variety of issues that may arise in the early days with a newborn, and how to ensure that you are all cared for and the new mother and baby are nurtured  to facilitate bonding.   

You can find Zara on her website - https://doulabud.co.uk/

A Poem from Zara
Support is unconditional. It is listening…not judging, not telling your own story

We are here to help women discover what they are feeling…not to make the feelings go away

We are here to help a woman identify her options…not to tell her what options to choose.

We are here to discuss steps with a woman…not to take the steps for her.

We are here to help a woman discover her own strength…not to rescue her and leave her still vulnerable.

We are here to help a woman discover she can help herself…not to take that responsibility for her.

We are here to help a woman learn to choose…not to make it unnecessary for her to make difficult choices.

~ Anonymous

Here are some links that Zara has recommended for you -
https://courses.abm.support/courses/course_category/partner-module/
https://www.maddiesmiracle.org.uk/
https://traumaticbirthrecovery.com/what-is-the-3-step-treatment/
https://sarahockwell-smith.com/2012/11/04/the-fourth-trimester-aka-why-your-newborn-baby-is-only-happy-in-your-arms/
https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/

If you would like to buy a copy of the book - Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner - that accompanies this podcast - click here:-
https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

Or you can purchase a copy via my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a postnatal doula.  Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all families, so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.  

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If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

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In this episode, I am really happy to be introducing you to my wonderful friend Victoria Heath. Victoria is a Hypnotherapist who offers a wide range of services including Hypnobirthing, Life Coaching, and EMDR. I was delighted that she agreed to come and share her wisdom with you all so that you can learn lots of information about hypnobirthing and tips for supporting birth in general.  This conversation is bursting with wonderful tips for all, and I hope you enjoy it.

If you would like to work with Victoria, please visit her website

https://www.hypnobirthworks.co.uk

http://www.victoriaheath.org 

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

Or purchase a copy via my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a mum and hypnobirthing instructor.  Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.  

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...

In this episode, I have an in-depth conversation about birth trauma with Midwife Catherine Cooper.  We discuss why birth trauma happens and what you can do if you suspect you have experienced trauma at your birth or a birth you attended. 

Catherine uses a process called the 3 step rewind which she talks about in detail. This episode is essential listening for anyone who is planning to have a baby, currently pregnant or has had a child in the past, where the experience may have left them feeling traumatised. 

Catherine's website https://trustbirth.co.uk
https://linktr.ee/trustbirth
Instagram - @catherine_trustbirth/

Please share and leave a review so that others can benefit from hearing that there is support available. 

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

Visit my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a midwife and birth trauma specialist. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.  

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...

In this episode, I am pleased to welcome NHS Midwife Eleanor Copp. Eleanor is talking to us about working in a Midwife Led Unit or MLU which is a really great option to give birth in for many couples, offering a home from home style birth facility that is a step down from high-level medical care. This more natural setting gives pregnant women and birthing people the opportunity to achieve a birth with little or no interventions - simply because of the environment and the philosophy of Midwife Led Care.  

As well as being an exceptional person-centered midwife, Eleanor is a trained hypnotherapist and Bowen practitioner, and she writes an empowered birth column for Juno magazine. 

Eleanor also works privately to support families during pregnancy and in the postnatal period. If you would like help to evaluate your birth, to reduce any stress anxiety or trauma following a recent or previous birth, contact her - [email protected]

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/hypnobirthing-my-brilliant-birth/id938742802

This podcast will be incredibly helpful to others who are expecting a baby, so please share and leave a review.  

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

Or purchase a copy via my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a midwife.  Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.  

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...

In this episode, I am joined by doula and birth activist Samantha Gadsden, who runs the popular Facebook group Homebirth Support Group UK-  amongst others. 

Our discussion takes us on a journey through the layers of what it is like to give birth in modern times with issues that pregnant people and their birth partners face all the time. Since Covid 19 and the start of lockdowns, birth at home was either banned or became more popular, often with couples choosing to give birth without medical support. Sam brings home the message to any pregnant person, that whatever the situation, it is their body and their choice. 

You can find Samantha Gadsden here:- https://caerphillydoula.co.uk 

Her website has links to all of her groups, classes, courses and personalised services including her online shop. 

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

Visit my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...

This week, in a continuation of the discussion about the birth process, I am incredibly privileged to have been joined by Midwife Amanda Burleigh.

I am a huge fan of Amanda's work and all that she has achieved in maternity services, because she has really opened our eyes to the benefits of optimal cord clamping, which is the process of leaving a baby’s umbilical cord alone at the point of birth, enabling it to pulsate and pump into the baby all the blood that belongs to them to ensure a healthy start to life. 

When birth moved to hospitals, and interventions became common - practice changed to immediate clamping of the cord before the baby had taken it’s first breath, despite there being no evidence that this was safe. Amanda has been on quite a journey trying to undo this, and throughout this episode, she shares with us what happened and the great progress she has made.

During the conversation, you may hear her mention medical terms like - PPH for example which means postpartum hemorrhage - or heavy blood loss after birth.

This podcast will be incredibly helpful to others who are expecting a baby, so please share with others. 

Disclaimer - Please note that this podcast is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Opinions of guests are their own, and any statements made by guests are not my responsibility, so please do your own research on any subject discussed before making well-informed decisions.

Amanda’s website - https://waitforwhite.com
Email - [email protected]

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22843002/ Judith Mercer - Rethinking Placental Transfusion

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr

Visit my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...

In this episode, I was delighted to be joined by the very knowledgeable Bridget Supple from My Baby’s Biome. Bridget is an experienced antenatal teacher who wears many hats, but in today’s episode, she is talking about gut health and the immune system. The baby’s microbiome is designed to be ‘seeded’ at birth and in the early days and months of life.  If a baby is born by caesarean section, is unable to have skin to skin, unable to breastfeed, or is given antibiotics - it may miss out on vital microbes or be seeded by the wrong ones. Bridget talks in detail about what parents can do in this instance, and gives helpful tips on how to support the baby’s gut moving forward. It’s a very informative episode, so please share with anyone who is pregnant, has recently had a baby, or has an older child who may benefit from hearing this information.

Bridget’s website is a very valuable resource for parents and health professionals on the baby’s microbiome  www.babysbiome.org 

Instagram @babysbiome

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr

Visit my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own training.  Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.  

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...

In this episode, I am taking to Alyson Hewitt, a mother of two girls who  conceived using IVF - In Vitro Fertilisation. 

We get into a conversation about what it was like for Aly when she was pregnant, how she felt emotionally and what it was like planning her birth. She gives us an insight into the way her birth partner felt, and she also gives many tips for all birth partners out there to offer the right support in this scenario.

You can follow Aly on instagram @lady_hewitt

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr

Visit my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...

In this episode, I am talking to the very lovely Matthew Clarke, Otherwise known as The Male Doula.  Matt is a Bowen therapist who specialises in birth work. He is also a birth and postnatal doula who is able to bring his wide range of skills to the birth room and support pregnant people and their partners throughout their journey.

We get into an incredible conversation about how Matt found himself on a training course in Brighton with other doulas, how he was thrown in at the deep end during his first-ever birth, and what he has to bring to the experience as a man in a predominately female role. As Matt speaks, you can hear his passion and knowledge shine through, and he shares some incredibly useful tips for other men and birth partners in general.

You can find Matt on his website: https://bowenbexley.co.uk

On instagram @the_male_doula

Email - [email protected]

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr

Visit my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on his own experiences as a doula. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.  

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...

In this episode, I am talking to my very first guest - Michelle Mayefske, otherwise known as The Limerick Doula.  Michelle is the mother of 5 children and advocates for others through her website and social media platforms called - Fat and Pregnant. Michelle is also in the process of writing her first book. 

We get into an incredible conversation about what it is like to be plus-sized and pregnant, and Michelle will tell you about how important it is for any pregnant person to recognise when they are being labelled as incapable of giving birth in a certain way, and why those limitations are not necessary.  We also talk in detail about the tole of the birth partner throughout the episode, so it is important to listen through the end to ensure that you find out what nuggets she shares about supporting anyone through labour and birth regardless of their size.

You can find Michelle on her website: www.fatandpregnant.com

Or over on instagram @fat.and.pregnant

Facbook - www.facebook.com/fatandpregnant

During this episode, I also chose 5 winners who will receive a free copy of the ebook version of - Labour of love -The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner. 

I will be sending Carly, Salvio, Gonzo, Dan, and Cecilia who left a review on the Canadian network (what great names). 

My favourite was from Salvio who said:

 “This podcast is essential for anyone who is either pregnant or works with pregnant women and their birth partners, The content is exceptional. I have learnt so much and feel really well prepared now”. 

Thanks, Salvio that is such a great review and I hope you enjoy the book. I will be contacting all winners via the email address that they used when they sent me a screenshot of their review. 

If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr

Visit my website - www.birthability.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpartner @birthability

Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a plus-sized woman. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women, so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.  

Send me a message

If you want to access any of my free resources click here:-https://stan.store/sallyannberesford

If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star-

If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford

If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-

Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner  - click here:-https://bit.ly/Labouroflove

The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO

Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth'
- Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF

You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk

Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...