
Kiwi Birth Tales
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Bonus: Postpartum Must Haves!
bonusIn today's bonus episode, I talk about the products I would be using for postpartum recovery if I was giving birth again soon, these are mostly vaginal birth specific however a few are relevant for C-section births as well!Find these and more on the Your Birth Project store https://www.yourbirthproject.com/storeFind me @kiwibirthtales or @yourbirthproject on social mediaThanks for listening! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 182Jess + Bohdi - Crohns Disease, 41+2 Induction, 10.4lb Baby, Forceps + Episiotomy
In episode 182 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Jess about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey with son Bohdi. In this episode we cover: Crohn's disease, including surgery, medications and any complications in pregnancy / postpartum Spontaneous pregnancyYour Birth Project Hypnobirthing course Scan at 41wks showing 10.4lb babyInduction with oral misoprostol Gas and AirEpiduralLong pushing stageEpisiotomy and Forcep delivery 10.4lb babyWarkworth Birth Centre transferPositive breastfeeding journeyPositive recovery from birth Mental healthRelationship changesThanks so much for joining me this week Jess!Find us on instagram @kiwibirthtales @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonus: Listener Question: My baby doesn't sleep!!
bonusWelcome to another bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, this is a listener submission about baby sleep. In the episode I discuss:mental health + lack of sleep relationship sharing the load sleep traininggentle sleep techniquessleep environmentdoing what works best for you and your familytwo professional resources that have been useful for me in this space (listed below) @thesleepscout - Lucy @cradlednz - Dr Heather Johnston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 181Allie, Ashton, Freddie, River + Rocky: Pregnancy Loss, Mental Health, Grief, Inductions, Waterbirth
In episode 181 of Kiwi Birth Tales I interview Allie, we talk through her 4 pregnancy and birth stories and cover: - unexpected pregnancy- induction- postnatal depression- mothercraft- late stage pregnancy loss - DNA Keepsake business Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonus: Listener Question - Guiding a Toddler through Loss / Grief
bonusIn this bonus episode, I answer a question from a listener about navigating grief and loss with a toddler. I am not an expert in this space but having recently gone through similar I thought it was a timely topic to discuss. If you are not in the space to hear about the loss or grief then skip over this episode xThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 180PJ + Charlie - Posterior Labour, Emergency CSection, Positive Recovery
- Pregnancy and Birth Education- Antenatal classes- Birth plans- Spontaneous Labour- Posterior Labour- Emergency C-section- Postpartum recovery - First 40 days Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 179Lara, Levi + Harper - Miscarriage, Gestational Diabetes, Epidural, Ventouse, 2nd Preg - Positive birth experience, Post birth complications, Foetal Maternal Haemorrhage
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Lara about her pregnancy and birth stories with babies Levi + Harper. We discuss:- initial pregnancy loss- changing midwife- single umbilical cord artery - spontaneous waters breaking- epidural- ventouse delivery - mental health postpartum- hypnobirthing- positive vaginal birth - foetal maternal haemorrhage - NICUThanks so much to Lara from @puremama for coming and sharing her story with us all!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 178India + Atlas - Positive Pregnancy and Birth, Your Birth Project, Epidural, Over Supply
Today's episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is brought to you by Everyboobi, in this episode I speak with India about the pregnancy and birth story with daughter Atlas. In the episode we cover: - coming off the pill- falling pregnant with Atlas - NIPT - Positive pregnancy - Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing course - Spontaenous labour 40+4 - Epidural- Positive birth- 2nd degree tear- Birth Care transfer- Over supply of milkThanks for joining me on this weeks episode @indiarosejosephs and a huge thank you to this weeks sponsor, Everyboobi. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 177Sandra + Rosie - Missed Miscarriage, Arcuate Uterus, Unplanned Homebirth
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak with Sandra about her 2 pregnancies and the birth of her daughter Rosie.In the episode we cover:- complicated missed miscarriage - heavy bleeding- DNC- Hysteroscopy- PCOS- Spontaneous pregnancy- Change of midwife in pregnancy - Active pregnancy - Planning to birth at birth care- Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course - Unplanned home-birth - 2nd-degree tear - Thrush postpartum Sponsored by @bout_fitness_ 42 day challenge coming up! Check out their instagram for more details. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: Listener Question - Toilet Training, Dummies + Mean In Laws!
bonusThis is a bonus episode where I am answering a listener question, I hope you enjoy it!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 176Christina, Eleanor & Jasper - Positive Birth Story, Post Birth Hemorrhage, Pregnant 4m Postpartum
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Christina about the birth of her two children, Eleanor & Jasper.In the episode we cover:- moving to city without support- positive birth story- significant blood loss post birth- birth trauma from the post birth bleeding- 2nd degree tear- pregnant again 4m postpartum- decision to keep pregnancy- morning sickness / pregnancy with a baby- spontaneous labour- fast 2nd birth- another blood loss post birthThanks so much for joining me this week Christina!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: Your Birth Project: Birth Education
bonusFind out why birth education is so important, how it can make an impact in your postpartum period and where to go for help!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 175Julia & Maisie - Early Miscarriage, Birth Centre Transfer to Hospital, Nipple Shields, Lockdown 4th Trimester
In today's episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I interview Julia about her pregnancy and birth with daughter Maisie. In the episode we chat about: - early pregnancy loss- anxiety in pregnancy- midwifery care- birth education- spontaneous labour before due date- birth centre, ambulance transfer to hospital- quick active labour, long pushing phase- 2nd degree tear- latching difficulties- nipple shield- 4th trimester in lockdown- support network Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 174Julia, Delilah & Clementine - Twin Pregnancy, Threatened Miscarriage, Mental Health in Pregnancy, Elective CSection
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Julia about the birth of her twins Delilah & Clementine.In the episode we discuss:- previous pregnancy and birth - csection - multiples pregnancy- threatened miscarriage - coming to terms with having multiples- pregnancy mental health- elective csection- toddler behaviour with new baby- work and mum lifeThis episode is sponsored by @Puremama Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 173Courtney, Max & Hugo - Endometriosis, Clomiphene, Fast Labours, Miscarriage, Hospital Births
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Cortney about her pregnancy and birth stories. In the episode we cover:- Endometriosis- Clomiphene support- Late ovulation- Pregnancy yoga- Fast first labour and birth - Grazing but no tearing- Breastfeeding journey: 11m- Tracking cycles- Pregnancy Loss: Miscarriage- Another fast birth in hospital This episode is brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth using the online hypnobirthing course with everything you need to know & nothing you don't!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your Birth Project: Stage One | Early Labour
bonusIn this bonus episode brought to you by Your Birth Project I work through some signs of Early Labour, tips to navigate through this time and how to keep labour progressing. Check back next week for the next part of this series where we work through Active Labour.Thanks for joining me!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 172Beck & Isabella - Ectopic Pregnancies, OBGYN Care, Elective CSection
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Beck about the pregnancy and birth story of her daughter Isabella. In this episode we cover:- Ectopic pregnancies- OBGYN Care- Elective CSection- CSection recovery - Business owner and working Mum life- Postnatal mental health Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 171Britt & Fox - General Anaesthetic Emergency C-section, 42+5 (Overdue), Loss of Sibling & Grief in Postpartum Period, Birth Trauma
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Britt about the pregnancy, birth and postpartum periods with her daughter Fox. In the episode we cover: - Copper IUD - Pregnant after 1 cycle- Midwifery care- Birth Education: Bethlehem Birth Centre, Peaceful Pregnancy Circle, Your Birth Project- Covid Level 3 / 4- 42+5 (overdue) - Induction - Emergency C-Section under General Anaesthetic- Baby born not breathing / no heartbeat for 3.5mins- Transfer to Waikato NICU- Covid restrictions- Hospital Care- Loss of brother 3 months postpartum (grief)- Healing from C-Section- Birth Trauma Thanks so much for joining me Britt. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 170Rebecca & Leo: Fertility Health, Low AMH, Subchorionic Hematoma, Perinatal Anxiety, Group B Strep, Positive Vaginal Birth in Hospital
In today's episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Rebecca about her pregnancy and birth with son Leo. In this episode we discuss: - Being on the pill from a young age- Fertility Health- Low AMH levels- Spontaneous Pregnancy- Subchorionic Hematoma- Perinatal Anxiety- Pregnancy and Birth Mindset- Hypnobirthing- Positive Affirmations- Hospital Birth- Group B Strep positive- Positive Vaginal Birth- 2nd degree tear- Birth Centre recoveryThanks so much for joining me on this week's episode Rebecca, I loved chatting with you. Recommendation: Cysterhood TeaThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: Your Birth Project: Fear, Tension, Pain Cycle
bonusIn this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I use Your Birth Project to inform & educate you about the Fear, Tension, Pain Cycle.Your Birth Project is my online hypnobirthing course designed to help you create YOUR best birth, no matter what that means to you. Listen to this episode with an open mind and let it help guide you in your birth preparation journey. You've got this Mama! xThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: Your Birth Project: Going with the flow VS Having a Birth Plan
bonusIn this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I use Your Birth Project to support you through deciding to have a birth plan or go with the flow.Your Birth Project is my online hypnobirthing course designed to help you create YOUR best birth, no matter what that means to you. Listen to this episode with an open mind and let it help guide you in your birth preparation journey. You've got this Mama! xThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 169Hanna & Mila - OBGYN Care, Positive Vaginal Birth Story in Hospital
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Hanna about the birth of her daughter Mila. In this episode we cover:- IUD removal- fast journey to pregnancy- telling family and friends at 20 weeks- OBGYN care - Trauma / Anxiety about birth from attending her sisters difficult birth - Antenatal classes- Your Birth Project course - Spontaneous labour after stretch and sweep - Labour in hospital, quick progression from 3-9cm- Gas and Air- Pushing 15 mins- Grazing but no tearing - Kenepuru Birth Centre transfer- Positive Breastfeeding Journey - Relationship Changes- Birth Mindset / Preparing for birthThis episode is sponsored by Your Birth Project, the online Hypnobirthing course you need to create YOUR best birth. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 168Claud & Elodie - PCOS, Miscarriage, Letrozole, Midwife Change @ 30 Weeks, Homebirth, Doula, Episiotomy
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Claud about the birth of her daughter Elodie.In the episode we cover: - PCOS- Nutrition and lifestyle with Sara @yourmonthly- Missed miscarriage- Letrozole- Fear about another pregnancy loss- Birth education - Changing midwife @ 30 weeks- Doula- Homebirth- Long pushing phase- Episiotomy- SCBU for infectionThanks so much for joining me Claud! You're a star.This episode is sponsored by Your Birth Project, the online Hypnobirthing course designed for ALL births, create YOUR best birth with Your Birth Project. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: Your Birth Project: Deciding who to have in your Birth Team
bonusYour Birth Project is the online course you need to create YOUR best birth, today I talk about ways to decide who to have in your birth team and how to have potentially awkward conversations following that. If you love these bonus episodes make sure you send me a message and let me know what else you'd like me to cover!Check out Your Birth Project on instagram @yourbirthproject or www.yourbirthproject.comThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 167Grace & Heidi - Positive Pregnancy & Birth Story, Epidural, Ventouse Delivery
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales sponsored by Your Birth Project, I speak with Grace about the pregnancy and birth of daughter Heidi.In the episode we discuss: - Irregular periods and contraception- Active pregnancy- Reduced movements - Your Birth Project | Hatched Antenatal - Spontaneous labour- Meconium in waters- Epidural - Ventouse delivery - Positive breastfeeding and birth recovery Check out Your Birth Project to create your best birth the online hypnobirthing course made for ALL births, as well as the online store with everything you need for pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: Your Birth Project: Contractions & Comfort Methods
bonusWelcome back to another bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales with Your Birth Project. In this episode I discuss Contractions, what they might feel like and how to manage the intensity, comfort methods you could try during your labour and how to identify the difference between Braxton Hicks and Contractions.If you love this episode let me know what you want to hear more of in future episodes by sending me an instagram message @kiwibirthtales or an email [email protected] for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 166Emma & Louie - Low BMI & No Ovulation, Spontaneous Pregnancy, Hospital Birth with Episiotomy, Birth Centre, Positive Postpartum
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Emma about the pregnancy and birth of Louie. In this episode we discuss:- trying for a baby- low BMI and no ovulation- deliberate weight gain- spontaneous pregnancy- NIPT test- Your Birth Project- Hatched Antenatal- Spontaneous labour & water breaking- Syntocin drip- Epidural- Long pushing stage- Episiotomy- Birth Centre- Positive feeding journey & postpartum period- Products Emma recommendsThis episode is sponsored by Your Birth Project, the online Hypnobirthing course you need to create Your Best Birth. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: Your Birth Project: Creating Your Best Birth Environment
bonusIn this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I am talking to you about creating your best birth environment, these tips have come from the Your Birth Project online Hypnobirhting Course and if you'd like to hear more on this you can sign up to the course or check out the Your Birth Project instagram. YBP WebsiteYBP InstagramThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 165Danielle & Millie - Failed Ventouse, Episiotomy & Forcep Delivery, Birth Trauma, SCBU, Baby Weight Gain
In Danielles episode we discuss: - 41 week birth - Birth Trauma- Failed Ventouse- Episiotomy - Forcep delivery - SCBU- Baby weight gain concerns- Breastfeeding- Mental Health- Anal fissuresThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 164Shannon & Charlotte: PCOS, Bicornuate Uterus, Miscarriage, Breech Positioning, CSection, Sepsis after C-Section
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Shannon about her pregnancies and birth story with daughter Charlotte.In this episode we discuss: - Endometriosis, PCOS, heavy painful periods- Miscarriage- Anxiety- Breech positioning- Csection birth- Csection infection- Sepsis- Mental health - BreastfeedingThis episode is sponsored by Mini Kiwis First Aid, the online first aid course every parent of an under 5 year old needs in their toolkit. Use code PODDY for 10% offThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 163Elle, Revie & Roo - Pregnancy Loss, Spontaneous Multiples Pregnancy, Anxiety Management, Induction 38 Weeks, Csection, Postpartum Journey
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales sponsored by Your Birth Project, Elle shares her story with us all. In this episode we discuss:- Breast Implants - pregnancy loss- anxiety & grief - Low sperm morphology- Spontaneous Twin Pregnancy - Full term pregnancy - 38 Week Induction- C-Section- Roo born not breathing- Lactation consultant - Postpartum Journey - Mental health This episode is sponsored by Your Birth Project, the online birth course you need to create your best birth, and the online store designed to support you with everything you need in pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Check out Your Birth Project here. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 162Ella & Tui - Late Pregnancy Gestational Diabetes, Induction, Hospital Birth, Epidural, 3rd Degree Tear, Level 4 Lockdown Birth
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Ella about her pregnancy and birth with daughter Tui. In this episode we discuss: - falling pregnant after IUD - Midwifery care- Finding a midwife outside of zoned DHB- Late stage pregnancy Gestational Diabetes diagnosis - Your Birth Project - Induction with gel - Covid Level 4 lockdown- Epidural- Birth in hospital- 3rd degree tear repair in surgery - postpartum recovery - not being able to see family due to covid- any products she recommendsThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 161Charlotte & Hattie - Covid Positive in Pregnancy, Drug Free Vaginal Birth in Birth Centre, 2 Under 2, Postpartum Recovery
In today's episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Charlotte about the pregnancy and birth of daughter Hattie. Charlotte has been on the podcast previously and is episode 101. In today's episode we discuss: - spontaneous pregnancy after tracking cycles - anxiety due to previous miscarriage - pregnancy testing - midwifery care- covid positive late stage in pregnancy- potential home birth - birth centre birth - fast labour and birth - Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing course - Postpartum recovery - 2 under 2 - Postpartum mental health- Top items for new mumsThis episode is bought to you by Your Birth Project, the online hypnobirthing course to help you create your best birth, and the online store for everything you need in pregnancy, birth & postpartum. Charlottes discount code for the store is: CHARLOTTE10 Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 160Anna & Rueben - Miscarriage, 20 Week Scan Abnormality (CDH Diagnosis), Vaginal Birth Forceps, PICU / Starship
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Anna, in this episode we discuss: - Miscarriage at 10 weeks - Second pregnancy 20 week scan abnormality - CDH diagnosis (1 in 2500 babies) - Vaginal Birth - Forcep delivery - PICU / Starship- Birth recovery while in hospital- Taking Rueben home- Meeting family for the first time- Mental HealthThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 159Annelies, Jackson & Olivia - High Blood Pressure, Covid Level 3, Induction, Emergency Csection, Group Strep B, Sub Chorionic Hematoma, VBAC, Episiotomy, Ventouse, Benign Tumour
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Annelies about her 2 pregnancy and birth stories, in the episode we cover:- Midwifery care- Surprise gender first pregnancy, known gender second pregnancy - High Blood Pressure - Covid level 3- Induction- Emergency Csection- Group Strep B - Postpartum experiences- Physical recovery- Breastfeeding journey- Sub chorionic hematoma - VBAC- Episiotomy and Ventouse - Lump on neck (benign tumour) - StarshipThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 158Cecilia, Thomas, Layla & Charlie - Fertility Difficulties, Csection births, Pregnancy Loss | Stillborn Daughters, Post Birth Complication
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Cecilia and we cover:- unexplained infertility- miscarriage - spontaneous labour- emergency csection- late stage pregnancy loss (stillbirth) 2 daughters, one year apart- greif and trauma- age gaps - planned csection births- post birth complication (sacral dimple - concern for spinal abnormality) Thank you for sharing your story with us all Cecilia!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BITE SIZED BONUS EPISODE - Sharing the load, Childcare, Elective CSections & Returning to work pt 2
bonusIn this bite sized bonus ep I talk about the following: - Sharing the load between parents - Mental load and Mum guilt - Facebook groups and the language we use - Childcare, choosing to send a child to childcare - Elective Csections- Making an elective CSection a beautiful birth with Your Birth Project course - Returning to work part 2 Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 157Dads Series - Logan, Charlie & Delilah: Male Infertility, Fertility Support
bonusIn this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I am chatting to Logan for another episode of the Dads Series!Loved bringing this back and will definitely be doing more. In this episode we chat about:- Male infertility- Advocating for yourself in the healthcare system- HCG- Low sperm count- Falling pregnant- Pregnancy journey- Birth experienceLogan runs a facebook group for any males wanting to understand more about infertility: https://www.facebook.com/groups/testosteronenz Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 156Greer & Amaia - Miscarriage, Hospital Transfer, Epidural, Episiotomy, Forceps, Postpartum Journey
In this episode I chat with Greer about the birth and postpartum period with her daughter Amaia. In the episode we cover:- miscarriage - spontaneous conception- spontaneous labour - hospital transfer in an ambulance- posterior turn- epidural- episiotomy and forceps - breastfeeding struggles- Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BITE SIZED BONUS EPISODE - Night Time Routine, Returning to Work, Birth Anxiety
bonusThis is a bonus episode where I talk through some questions that came through on the Kiwi Birth Tales instagram. In the episode I cover:Juggling two kids at night time when doing routine on my ownReturning to work and our approach to this Birth Anxiety and some tips for what to do if you are feeling anxious about birthFind more about the Your Birth Project course hereThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 155Jess & Charlotte - Positive Birth Centre Birth, Postpartum Blood Loss (2L) and Hospital Transfer
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I chat to Jess about her pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience with daughter Charlotte. In this episode we cover: - Coming off the pill, having 1 period over 4 months- Falling pregnant - Midwifery Care- Your Birth Project & Antenatal Classes- Birth Centre Birth - Hospital Transfer due to PPH / Blood Loss 2L- Breastfeeding challenges- Breast tissue build up - Parental load- Returning to work (early) Thanks for joining me Jess!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 154Hannah, Maddie & Oscar, PCOS, 2 Vaginal Births, Irish Twins, Water Birth, Breast Reduction Surgery
In today's episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Hannah about the pregnancy and birth stories of Maddie & Oscar, in this episode we discuss:- PCOS- Spontaneous Natural Conception- Breast Reduction Surgery - Vaginal Birth - Breastfeeding challenges- Pregnancy at 8 weeks post partum- Irish Twins- Pregnancy with an infant- Vaginal Water Birth This episode is sponsored by the Mini Kiwi's First Aid course - First Aid for Parents of Under 5's! Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 153Saejung & Nico - COVID Lockdown Birth, Retained Placenta, Low Supply, Domperidone, Baby Blues
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Saejung about the pregnancy, birth and postpartum period with baby Nico. In the episode we discuss:- coming on and off the pill- falling pregnant quickly when trying- OBGYN / Midwifery Care- Hospital Birth - Epidural- Retained Placenta and 2nd Degree Tear- COVID regulations and Brady not being allowed back to Hospital - Birth Centre- Low Supply / Flat Nipples- Pumping- Domperidone- Baby Blues - Mental Health- Working / Owning a Business- Birth RecoveryI loved chatting with Saejung in this episode and hope you enjoy it too.Your Birth Project: the place you need to be to create your best birth. Explore the course and store online now. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 152Nat, The 3 Boys & Surrogacy with Lulu
In todays episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Natalie and we discuss all things pregnancy and birth with her 3 boys, as well as her surrogacy experience with Mark, Christian and Lulu. In the episode we cover:- pregnancy- emergency and elective csections- bleeding during pregnancy- surrogacy- pregnancy and birth in surrogacy- postpartum experiencesThe episode is sponsored by She Moves, She Moves pre and postnatal exercise specialists Ren & Jen are passionate about supporting NZ mums to exercise throughout pregnancy and return safely postpartum.Their online programme is delivered via Facebook and can be done from home without equipment. For just $10 per month members have access to pre/postnatal yoga, strength workouts and pelvic floor, core restore sessions designed to help mums rebuild from the inside out.She Moves cater for all mums including those with postnatal injuries such as abdominal separation and prolapse, they were 2-time award winners at the 2021 NZ Industry Exercise Awards for their service to Kiwi mums and have been endorsed by multiple women's health physios.Ren & Jen share 5 children between them and know exercising after birth can be overwhelming, their mission is to break it down, make it simple and achievableShe Moves have a special offer to get listeners moving, use the code kiwibirthtales and get your first month free! Head to www.she-moves.co.nz and follow the She Moves @shemovesnz on Instagram.Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordyn & Ali - Fourth Trimester
bonusIn this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak to you about my fourth trimester with Ali, who was born in September 2021. I cover:- Birth- Recovery from birth- 2 under 2 - Challenges of having another baby- Relationship changes and intimacy- Sharing the parental load- Mum guilt- Parenting a toddler- Baby sleep- Our time in hospital with sickness- Body image / weight loss (do not do what I am doing)- Expressing / breastfeeding- Mental health I hope you enjoy this episode, if you have feedback or anything else you want me to cover in another 4th trimester episode send me an email at [email protected] or a message on instagram to @kiwibirthtalesThanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 151Kate & Olive - Fertility Challenges, PCOS, Clomid Conception, Anxiety, Failed Epidural, Vaginal Birth, PPH, 4th Trimester | Reflux
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Kate about the birth of Olive. In this episode we discuss: Fertility challenges Coming off the pillLetrozoleClomidAnxiety in pregnancyNIPTMidwifery CareActive PregnancySpontaneous waters breaking Failed epiduralVaginal birth in hospital No tearing Post partum haemorrhageChallenging recovery Silent Reflux Forth trimesterWomens Health Physio / ProlapseAnal fissures Thanks so much for joining me on the podcast Kate!!This episode is sponsored by Your Birth Project, the place you need to be to create your best birth. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 150Simone & Asher - Gastric Sleeve Surgery, Positive Induction Story, Postpartum Journey
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Simone Anderson about the pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences with son Asher. In this episode we cover:- Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Pregnancy - Induction with Misoprostal - Long pushing stage - Positive birth - Stitches from birth - Birth Care- Breastfeeding- Returning to exercise- Intimacy postpartum This episode is sponsored by Your Birth Project, the online Hypnobirthing course you need to create YOUR best birth and the online store to support you every step of the way. Check out everything Your Birth Project here. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 149Fiona, Billie & Ruben - OBGYN, Emergency Csection, Miscarriage at 13wks, Midwifery Care, Elective Csection, Post Natal Anxiety
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Fiona about her pregnancy and birth stories.In this episode we cover:- Emergency Csection- OBGYN Care- Postnatal Anxiety - Miscarriage at 13 weeks- Elective Csection- Intrusive thoughts- Midwifery CareThanks so much for joining me on the podcast Fiona, it was a pleasure to have you on!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 148Tahlia, Kelly & Oakley - Same Sex Couple, Sperm Donor & IUI, Abnormal 12w scan, CVS, Epidural, Vaginal Birth, Late Diagnosis of Hip Issues
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Tahlia about the pregnancy and birth of Oakley.In this episode we cover:- Same sex couple- Sperm Donor- IUI- Abnormal Nuchal Fold @ 12 week scan- CVS test- Epidural- Vaginal Birth - Hip issues diagnosed post 1 yearThis episode is sponsored by @yourbirthproject the Online Hypnobirthing Course to help you create your best birth, and the online store of your pregnancy, birth and postpartum dreams!Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 Ep 147Zazi, August & Etta - Miscarriage, CSection, Elective CSection
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales with @Zaziplays is proudly sponsored by Edwards and Co. In this episode we discuss:- miscarriage- emergency csection- postpartum mental health - elective csection& SO much more. Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.