Kiwi Birth Tales

Jordi, Rosie + Margo - Emergency CSection, VBAC with 10.6lb baby

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jordi. Some of the topics we cover:Early miscarriage in first pregnancy Anxiety in the second pregnancy about loss Medical professionalAll testing available in NZ Felt excited about giving birth Diagnosed baby with Bilateral Duplex Kidneys at 30 weeks, unsure what this would mean until post birth Spontaneous labour Epidural Brow presentation Baby not descending Thick meconium in waters Emergency CSectionReflecting on birth felt disappointed, CHCH Women's Birth Afterthoughts Clinic Congenital pneumonia NICU Surgery for Kidneys UTI 4m Yearly monitoring Exclusive pumping Scar massage Returning to work at 6m postpartum Mum guilt Pregnancy 10m postpartum Found decision hard between VBAC and Elective Csection5-6cm dilated at stretch and sweep Quick spontaneous labour Hand at face for birth 2nd degree internal tear Aspirated meconium - infection NICU stay 10.6lbs baby (4.8KG) 2 under 2 Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Coursehttps://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consultPlease seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Mental Health in PregnancyPerinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma, Billie, Eddie + Jack: Fertility Journey, Singleton + Twin Pregnancy, Serious Complications with Newborn Illness

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Emma. Some of the topics we cover:Unexplained Infertility Pregnancy loss Starting IVF when conceived naturally Major accident Covid pregnancy Elective Csection Breastfeeding challenge Twin pregnancy 36+3 birth Post birth support for the boys Jaundice Significant illness for the boys as newborns Poor experience in the hospital PTSD Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Coursehttps://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consultPlease seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Mental Health in PregnancyPerinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Annemarie, Kaia, Marko + Kingston: Singleton + Twin (Identical) Pregnancies, Maternal Mental Health, Planned Csection Births, Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Woolworths Disney Collectables.In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Annemarie. Some of the topics we cover:OBGYN careElective Csection Birth Plan due to anxiety about vaginal birthGender disappointmentHatched AntenatalMaternal Mental Health: Anxiety and DepressionPsychologist support through Maternal Mental HealthPlanned Csection birthBaby BluesBirth Care stayChallenging breastfeeding journeyIntrusive thoughtsTracking cycleTwin PregnancyTwins run in the familyIdentical twinsTwin to Twin Transfusion SyndromePlacenta started to detachPain that indicated something was wrongEmergency Csection birth of the twinsImmediate concerns for one of the twins post birthNICUMum not able to stay in hospital with babiesCsection recoveryMental Health support for Dads / PartnersYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Coursehttps://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consultPlease seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Mental Health in PregnancyPerinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: VBAC VS ELECTIVE: How do you decide?

If you’re pregnant after a previous caesarean and feeling torn between planning a VBAC or booking an elective, this episode is for you.In today’s bonus solo episode, I walk you through the key questions and mindset shifts that can help you make an informed, confident decision, not based on fear, pressure, or anyone else’s opinion, but what feels right for you.I also share practical tools to help you prepare for a positive birth experience, whether you choose a VBAC or a repeat caesarean. This isn’t about having a rigid plan it’s about feeling calm, clear and informed, no matter how things unfold.If you want more support like this, head to Your Birth Project now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily, Naia + Zion - 1 Hospital Birth, 1 Home Birth, Postpartum Depression, Changing Midwives

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Emily. Some of the topics we cover:Diagnosed with PCOS after coming off the pillWorked with a Women's Health Naturopath to reverse PCOS and symptomsSmooth pregnancyCOVID pos at 26 weeks, issues with Thyroid post thatChanged midwives around 28 weeksYour Birth Project courseFelt positive as had been surrounded by lots of "natural births" in her lifeFound out sex in first pregnancyPulled groin muscle while swimming at 38 weeksAlmost 41 weeks went into spontaneous labourMidwife had to pull cervix forwardBirth in hospital with EpiduralBaby born with hand up by her face2nd degree tearFelt rushed to get up and shower post birth, felt alonePostpartum depression2nd pregnancy wanted a homebirthSearched for positive homebirth stories where their first birth may have been challengingFound comfort and learning in these storiesChanged midwives in pregnancy againSpontaneous waters breaking at homeBloom BirthpoolHeatpacks were helpful for pain managementWalking up and down stairs and sitting on toilet to help progress at the end of labourInvoluntary pushingBirth in the birthpool at home1st degree tear not requiring stitchesCalming, supportive midwife made a huge difference in birth and recoveryProlapse post birthCompletely different mental health experience this time, very positiveYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Coursehttps://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consultPlease seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:Mental Health in PregnancyPerinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.