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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

In 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 x Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject

- 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

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

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

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

This is a bonus episode where I am answering a listener question, I hope you enjoy it! Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject

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

Find 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

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

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

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

In 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

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

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

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 Tea Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject

In 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! x Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject

In 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! x Thanks for listening!@Kiwibirthtales@Yourbirthproject

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

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