Kiwi Birth Tales

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 Sophie. Some of the topics we cover: Pregnancy Loss Chemical Pregnancy 14 months trying to conceive Your Birth Project course Hatched Antenatal Birth Centre to Hospital transfer Epidural Episiotomy Ventouse Jaundice (hospital admission) Postpartum Psychosis Recommended...

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 Kaz. Some of the topics we cover: Pregnancy Loss PCOS IVF NIPT Hyperemesis Gravidarum Advocating for induction Induction Misoprostol Balloon Catheter Attempt to break waters Csection Positive birth story Mild Gestational Diabetes Recommended by Kaz: Lactation Consultant...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Courtney. Some of the topics we cover: Coming off the pill Changing midwife at 10 weeks Local Antenatal course Cholestasis of Pregnancy (itchy hands and feet first symptoms) Gestational Diabetes Stretch and Sweep Induction after spontaneous waters breaking Epidural Quick Pushin...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Selena. Some of the topics we cover: Endometriosis Mirena Morning Sickness Ondansetron NIPT Travelling in first trimester Keeping sex of baby a surprise Hatched Antenatal Your Birth Project course Antenatal expressing Evening Primrose oil 38 weeks High blood pressure + protein...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Manaia. Some of the topics we cover: Prenatal Anxiety Stretch and Sweeps Emergency Csection after spontaneous labour VBAC Broken ankle in pregnancy Cosleeping Induction Late success with Breastfeeding Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are be...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Lucie. Some of the topics we cover: Easy journey to pregnancy after Copper IUD Overdue (41+4) Braxton Hicks Expressing Colostrum Spontaneous labour at home Midwife appointment (2cm dilated) Planned Hospital birth 5cm dilated when arrived at Hospital Variable baby heartrate on C...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Shannon. Some of the topics we cover: Unplanned pregnancy early in relationship Not enjoying being pregnant Pregnancy care (acupuncture) Planning a home birth Spontaneous labour at home Home birth Tear / stitches repaired at home Breastfeeding challenges Exclusively pumping Men...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kate. Some of the topics we cover: Miscarriage / Pregnancy Loss OBGYN care Midwifery care Induction - reduced movement Emergency C-section Breastfeeding challenges Failure to thrive Low Muscle tone Roving eye movements Genetic testing IVF Em...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Lauren. Some of the topics we cover: Tracking Cycles Early Pregnancy Losses Low HCG on blood tests NIPT Early pregnancy symptoms Acupunture Birth Plans Ina May Gaskin - A Guide to Childbirth Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course Hatched An...

This bonus episode is all about your Birth Library - what that means and why it matters. Hear from host Jordyn in this solo episode where she uses the Your Birth Project course to help you have a better birth. Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below: Mental Health in Pregnancy Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental Health Little Sha...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Gemma. Some of the topics we cover: Positive Birth Stories Birth Centre Births Stretch and Sweeps Spontaneous labour Moxibustion Acupuncture Youngest Cosmetic Injection in NZ Returning to work postpartum Breastfeeding experiences Family supp...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, create your best birth here. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jess. Some of the topics we cover: Weight Loss Surgery Endometriosis PCOS Hyperemesis gravidarum Pregnancy Challenges PUPPPS Rash Spontaneous Labour Baby in distress Emergency Csection Csection Recovery Breastfeeding challenges Please seek s...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Luxe Care NZ you can find them on Instagram @luxecarenz In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Madison. Some of the topics we cover: Hyperemesis gravidarum OBGYN maternity care Induction Epidural Small for gestational age (SGA) babies Complications in second pregnancy Fetal medicine referral Positive hospital births Birth Care...

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 Hannah. Some of the topics we cover: First birth in Australia under Hospital midwifery system Raspberry leaf tea Spontaneous labour 38 weeks Episiotomy and Ventouse delivery Baby Blues Audio Hallucinations Pumping for 5 months / Breastfeeding challenges Started trying f...

In this bonus episode of Kiwi Birth Tales hear from host Jordyn about life updates, trying for a baby and postpartum tips ahead of this week's birth story ep! Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below: Mental Health in Pregnancy Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental Health Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ Your Birth Project Onl...

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 Asha. Some of the topics we cover: Trying to fall pregnant Tracking cycles Em Snell / Online Pilates Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course Spontaneous water breaking Misoprostol induction Birth Pool No tearing Lactation Consultant Please seek support for any mental he...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Bloom Birth Pools , In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Tegan. Some of the topics we cover: Antenatal course: Nest Hypnobirthing Course: Your Birth Project Book: Ina May Gaskin a Guide to Childbirth Initially planning a Hospital Birth, changed mind to Homebirth Covid Lockdowns Spontaneous labour Birth in Pool at Home Breastf...

This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Pure Mama , my absolute favourite pregnancy skincare brand (that I haven't stopped using 2 years after our second baby). In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jess. Some of the topics we cover: Rotationplasty Amputation as a child Endometriosis Endometriosis removal surgery Miscarriage in first pregnancy Heavy bleeding with pr...

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Cassidy. Some of the topics we cover: Midwifery Care Quick conception Raspberry Leaf Tea, Dates Pregnancy Massage Your Birth Project | Hypnobirthing Planning Homebirth Reduced Fetal Movements Tens Machine Spontaneous Labour Planned water birth Positive Birth Story Inverted Nipples Viva La Vulva Nipple Shields Moving to Melbourne with a Newborn Find C...

In this episode I use the Your Birth Project course to talk through how to push your baby out in a Vaginal birth, lets have the open conversation about where to direct your pushing so you aren't wasting energy when it comes to it! You can head to Your Birth Project to find out more about the course. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sophie. Some of the topics we cover: Implantation Bleeding Midwifery Care Anxiety in pregnancy Gender Disappointment Your Birth Project | Hypnobirthing Spontaneous Labour Tens Machine Epidural Covid Lockdown Post Partum Anxiety / Post Partum Depression Planned water birth Positive Birth Story Expressing Colostrum Toddler and baby - jealousy Find Soph...

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Olivia. Some of the topics we cover: Genetic Testing / GAND Diagnosis Sudden onset pre-eclampsia OBGYN care Induction Epidural Episiotomy and Ventouse delivery Baby in distress Floppy uterus / Postpartum haemorrhage Feeding challenges 2nd pregnancy Genetic Testing Spontaneous labour (booked for elective csection) Vaginal Birth no medication Baby born...

In this episode I use the Your Birth Project course to talk through why I don't like Birth Plans and what you can do to prepare for your best birth instead. You can head to Your Birth Project to find out more about the course. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Milly. Some of the topics we cover: Endometriosis Fertility Support - Clomophine Hypnobirthing Positive Pregnancy Spontaneous labour Labour at home Fast second half of labour Quick delivery at birth care Fetal Ejection Reflex Shock post-birth Difficulty latching | Tongue tie Baby Blues 2.5years breastfeeding Letrozole for pregnancy 2nd time Bleeding...

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sinead. Some of the topics we cover: IVF Blended families Hyperemesis Gravidarum Mental Illness Medication and pregnancy Depression and Anxiety OBGYN care Elective Csection under General Anaesthetic Breastfeeding challenges Formula feeding Loss of a parent and the impact that has on your own parenting journey Postpartum psychiatric care Surrogacy Ple...