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- 1.5 Doula Nicole Shares Her Journey and Advocacy for Birth
In this episode of Your Holistic Midwife, Bibi is joined by Nicole, a birth worker and author of the children's book "My Most Magically Ordinary Day." Nicole shares her journey from becoming a doula to writing a book that celebrates the beauty and power of birth. She discusses her own birth experiences and the challenges she faced within the hospital system. Nicole emphasises the importance of trusting women's bodies and surrounding oneself with positive birth stories. Her book aims to provide children with a gentle introduction to birth and empower families to embrace their own unique birth experiences.In this episode of Your Holistic Midwife, Bibi is joined by Nicole, a birth worker and author of the children's book "My Most Magically Ordinary Day." Nicole shares her journey from becoming a doula to writing a book that celebrates the beauty and power of birth. She discusses her own birth experiences and the challenges she faced within the hospital system. Nicole emphasiSes the importance of trusting women's bodies and surrounding oneself with positive birth stories. Her book aims to provide children with a gentle introduction to birth and empower families to embrace their own unique birth experiences.
Key Takeaways:
- Nicole's journey from self-advocating natural birther to a birth worker and doula emphasizes the importance of self-belief and informed choice in birth processes.
- The transition in birth care presented over Nicole's reproductive years exemplifies the evolution of attitudes towards birth in the healthcare system.
- Insight into the challenges faced by older pregnant women in the hospital system, including prejudice and attempts at coercion.
- The inspiration behind Nicole's children's book on birth revolves around the natural and joyous portrayal of birth, aiming to rewrite the perception for the younger generation.
- Practical advice is offered to women, advocating the cultivation of a supportive network and consumption of empowering birth stories and images.
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Purchase the BOOK: MY MOST BEAUTIFUL ORDINARY DAY
FREE GUIDEBOOK ON NATURAL BIRTH: Download now
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MY ALL IN ONE COURSE POSITIVE BIRTH, CONSCIOUS MOTHER: TBA
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MY WEBSITE:http://yourholisyticmidwife.com.au
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51 min - 1.4 Elsie shares her home birth experiences and challenges as a first time mother and beyond
In this episode, Elsie from the Birth at Home podcast has an enlightening conversation about home births and navigating the healthcare system's red flags.
Elsie, a devoted mother of two boys, a passionate advocate for home birthing, and a mental health nurse with a background in midwifery studies, shares her transformative journey from being a student midwife confronting a disjoint between education and hospital practice to becoming an advocate for home birthing.
Elsie discusses her decision to have a home birth for her first child and the unexpected complications she encountered. Elsie also shares her second home birth experience and the healing it brought her
Key takeaways include Elsie's firsthand experience with two home births providing a rare insight into the less common choice of home birthing for first-time mothers, encountering unexpected system regulations despite her extensive midwifery education, and highlighting the often unspoken challenges within the Australian home birth community.
Follow ELSIE AND HER PODCAST: BIRTHING AT HOME: A PODCAST
FREE GUIDEBOOK ON NATURAL BIRTH: Download now
PURCHASE YOUR MINICLASS ON BIRTH PLANNING AND DOWNLOAD YOUR BIRTH PLAN TEMPLATE: Download now
MY ALL IN ONE COURSE POSITIVE BIRTH, CONSCIOUS MOTHER: TBA
BOOK 1 DAY IN PERSON ANTENATAL CLASS: Book now and have 300$ discounted
MY WEBSITE:http://yourholisyticmidwife.com.au
ALL MY LINKS
1 hr 13 min - 1.3 Optimising Body Alignment for a Healthy Pregnancy and Birth With Sarah Swingler
Join me in today's episode while I am join by Sarah, Midwife and bodyworker.
We discussed the importance of body alignment during pregnancy and how it can impact the labor and birth experience. Sarah explains that the modern lifestyle, which involves a lot of sitting and sedentary activities, can lead to misalignment in the body. Sarah recommends working on posture and body alignment during pregnancy to ensure that the baby has an optimal pathway for birth. She also emphasises the importance of rest and gentle exercise during the first trimester and provides tips for sleeping positions during pregnancy.
Sarah explains the benefits of different bodywork techniques, such as yoga and fascia release, in maintaining physical and emotional well-being during pregnancy. She also addresses common misconceptions about positions during labor and birth and emphasises the importance of trusting the body's intuition.
Key Takeaways:
- Body alignment during pregnancy is important for creating an optimal pathway for the baby's birth.
- Rest and gentle exercise are recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy.
- Sleeping on the back is generally safe for short periods of time, as long as it is comfortable.
- Bodywork techniques, such as yoga and fascia release, can help maintain physical and emotional well-being during pregnancy.
- Trusting the body's intuition and allowing the baby to find its optimal position during labor and birth is important.
Follow Sarah on instagram @yoga.bodyworkforbirth
Sarah's website www.yogabodyworkforbirth.com.au
FREE GUIDEBOOK ON NATURAL BIRTH: Download now
PURCHASE YOUR MINICLASS ON BIRTH PLANNING AND DOWNLOAD YOUR BIRTH PLAN TEMPLATE: Download now
MY ALL IN ONE COURSE POSITIVE BIRTH, CONSCIOUS MOTHER: TBA
BOOK 1 DAY IN PERSON ANTENATAL CLASS: Book now and have 300$ discounted
MY WEBSITE:http://yourholisyticmidwife.com.au
ALL MY LINKS
51 min - 1.2 Private Midwifery Care: A Better Alternative to Traditional Hospital Birth
About The Guest:Nicole is a private midwife on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. With eight years of experience as a midwife, she has worked in both public and private settings before transitioning to private practice. Nicole is passionate about providing personalised and holistic care to women throughout their pregnancy and birth journey.Summary: In this episode, Bibi and Nicole discuss the different options available to women in Australia when they find out they are pregnant. They highlight the common misconception that the only choices are public or private hospital care and emphasize the importance of exploring alternative options. Nicole explains how private midwifery care offers women the opportunity to have a more personalised and empowering birth experience. They also touch on the limitations of publicly funded home birth programs and the benefits of choosing a private midwife for home birth. Overall, the episode encourages women to be informed and make choices that align with their preferences and values.
Key Takeaways:- Many women in Australia believe that the only options for pregnancy care are public or private hospital care.- Public hospital care often follows a cookie-cutter approach and may not align with a woman's birth preferences.- Private midwifery care offers personalised and tailored care, allowing women to make informed decisions about their pregnancy and birth.- Women have the right to choose the type of care that feels right for them, whether it's hospital birth, home birth, or an alternative option.- Publicly funded home birth programs have limitations and may not be suitable for all women.
FOLLOW NICOLE: @bloomingmidwiferygc
FREE GUIDEBOOK ON NATURAL BIRTH: Download now
PURCHASE YOUR MINICLASS ON BIRTH PLANNING AND DOWNLOAD YOUR BIRTH PLAN TEMPLATE: Download now
MY ALL IN ONE COURSE POSITIVE BIRTH, CONSCIOUS MOTHER: TBA
BOOK 1 DAY IN PERSON ANTENATAL CLASS: Book now and have 300$ discounted
MY WEBSITE:http://yourholisyticmidwife.com.au
ALL MY LINKS
43 min - 24 min
- Introduction to the podcast: Welcome Conscious Mother
Welcome, dear conscious mothers, to the very first episode of Your Holistic Midwife podcast, a sanctuary where we explore the empowering journey of natural childbirth and the beautiful complexity of motherhood. I'm Bibi, and I'll be your guide and companion on this journey.
Today, I'm here to share a little bit of my story with you, the journey that sculpted my passion for natural birth and early motherhood, and how it inspired me to create this space for us.
🌸 My journey began in 2009, a chapter of my life that sparked not just a career but a calling. As a certified Registered Midwife and early motherhood coach, I've dedicated myself to supporting mothers and families in experiencing childbirth as a natural and holistic journey. But my passion doesn't stem from studies alone; it's deeply personal.
👶 I've experienced the profound joy and transformative power of natural childbirth firsthand. In 2019, I welcomed my son into the world through an unmedicated birth at home. Followed by my twins birth at home in 2022.
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