Episode 163 - From Everest to childbirth: Which was the bigger challenge? Bonita Norris shares her stories
I was so excited to speak to Bonita, not only about her experience of summitting Everest, but also about how she related it to giving birth. Which was harder? And what skills from the mountains did sh...
2 Jul 43min
Episode 162 - CTG monitoring in labour: What it is, what it shows and what you need to know
In today's solo episode, I discuss CTG monitoring. Its fast becoming a regular occurrence in labour, but is it necessary? What are the benefits and the risks? Scroll for full references.Resources & Li...
29 Jun 14min
Episode 161 - Danielle's Redemptive Second Birth at Home
In today's episode I welcome on listener Danielle to share her second birth story, which turned out to be incredibly redemptive after a not so positive first birth. A big thank you to Danielle for sha...
25 Jun 50min
Episode 160 - Bobbie's Dream First Birth in Austria
A big thank you to Bobbie for sharing her very straightforward 'dream' first birth for today's episode! Giving birth in a different country meant Bobbie wanted to feel as prepared as possible. Listen ...
22 Jun 24min
Episode 159 - Imogen's Textbook First Birth at Home
In today's episode, I welcomed on Imogen who shared the story of her first birth. Imogen explains why she chose a home birth and talks us through her very textbook, very positive experience.A big than...
15 Jun 58min
Episode 158 - Meconium in the waters - what does it mean?
In today's solo episode I am chatting about meconium. What it is, why it happens and what your options are if it is present during birth.Please like and subscribe if you are enjoying the podcast :)Res...
8 Jun 13min
Episode 157 - "How positive birth stories helped me prepare for labour" - Sinead's Story
In today's episode I chatted to listener Sinead about her positive home birth. Sinead talks about the prep she did and how listening to positive birth stories had such a big impact on her labour. A bi...
4 Jun 58min
Episode 156 - How to advocate for yourself in hospital
In today's solo episode I chat about why it is so important to be able to advocate for yourself in a hospital setting. I give my tips on how you can do this and the benefits it will have on your birth...
1 Jun 14min
