Best Waterbirth Podcasts (2024)

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163. Birth Story: 10lb Waterbirth Baby 40:20

2h ago40:20

40:20

In this episode, Kelly and Tiffanyrecount a memorable birth story from their practice. They discuss the beauty and uniqueness of a 10-pound baby waterbirth, the importance of midwifery care, and reflect on their supportive roles in the birth process. They also engage with listener feedback and talk about the experiences shared during their childbir…

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484 | Hannah, three babies, PROM, induction, gas+air, MGP, waterbirth, breastfeeding, epidural 1:09:21

2h ago1:09:21

1:09:21

Hannah’s three vaginal births are so different but they all started with pre-labour rupture of membranes (PROM). Her first was induced and she explains the intensity of contractions and how she navigated them. In her second birth she waited days after the trickle of her waters began, was guided by an obstetrician willing to wait and she went into s…

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Late Term Pregnancy & Fetal Surveillance 47:02

2h ago47:02

47:02

This episode is all about pregnancies that go past the due date, what the complications of that can be, how we manage it in the midwifery model, and what the options are for assessing baby’s wellbeing during this period. TW: We talk about late-term pregnancy loss in this episode, so please take care of your hearts when deciding whether this episode…

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483 Postpartum | Jen, one vaginal birth, GD, induction, episiotomy, postpartum confinement 44:42

5d ago44:42

44:42

In today’s episode, I talk to Jen about her pregnancy, birth and traditional Chinese confinement during postpartum. Jen is a second-generation Chinese-Australian and while she was at first hesitant to embrace the confinement period after birth, when she left the hospital feeling frail, “like a creature born trembling, without fur or feathers” she a…

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162: Quick Listen: Navigating the Preconception Timeline 12:21

1h ago12:21

12:21

In this quick listen episode, Tiffany provides a detailed overview of the essential timeline and steps to follow before conception. The episode covers important topics such as cycle charting, the impact of hormonal contraceptives, personal health goals, methylated folate intake, and the significance of choosing the right pregnancy care provider. Ti…

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482 | Bee, one baby, MGP, spontaneous labour, The Birth Class, sterile water injections, episiotomy, vacuum assisted birth, breastfeeding 1:17:09

6d ago1:17:09

1:17:09

Bee came to her first pregnancy like most women do; with the understanding that birth is incredibly hard and painful - something to be endured. Understandably, she was terrified and not interested in hearing anyone’s birth story. Thankfully, she was accepted into MGP early on and had a beautiful, supportive midwife on her side. She also started lis…

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196 Let's Write Your Birth Story with writing coach Ashley Schein 47:23

21h ago47:23

47:23

Ashley Schein is a mother, a writer, and a writing workshop facilitator. She leads workshops, both in person and over zoom. In this episode she talks about the benefits of writing and sharing your birth story in a safe space, and gives some guidance on how to get started so that your story can unfold naturally and beautifully on the page. Ashley al…

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481 Postpartum | Ruby, breastfeeding, sleep challenges, normal infant biology, low sleep needs 26:48

1d ago26:48

26:48

In today’s episode Ruby shares her journey with infant sleep. We all come to postpartum with a predisposed understanding of baby sleep which usually involves the mindset that it’s the parent’s ‘job’ to ‘teach’ the baby to sleep. But as you will hear in this episode, babies have a primal drive to sleep and their sleep needs are ultimately influenced…

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Kelsey's Experience with Midwifery Care 37:50

15d ago37:50

37:50

Listen to Charli talk with a former HAH client, Kelsey, about her experience with midwifery care. Kelsey had two babies at home with HAH. She talks about her births and also about what it's like to experience the midwifery care model, to be in charge of the healthcare experience, and to have relationships with one's maternity care providers. --- ht…

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161. Philosophies of Birth: Navigating Natural vs Physiological Approaches 35:51

15d ago35:51

35:51

In this episode, Kelly and Tiffany dive into the differences between natural (unmedicated) and physiological birth approaches, exploring the philosophies behind each. They discuss personal experiences, including the empowering but challenging aspects of unmedicated births in various settings, and emphasize the importance of providing supportive env…

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480 | Sea, MGP, physiological birth, positive birth story, Indigenous, planned postpartum 44:16

5d ago44:16

44:16

Sea shared her first three physiological births in episode 304 and today she returns to tell us all about her fourth pregnancy and birth. Little Leia was a big surprise but Sea took it in her stride - as most mums of four do - and managed to get in the MGP program at Cairns Hospital which gave her access to the spacious rooms in the birthing suite.…

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479 Postpartum | Ariane, postpartum psychosis, psychologist, hallucinations, postpartum depression, psychotic depression 1:03:16

9d ago1:03:16

1:03:16

In today’s episode, Ariane shares her experience with postpartum psychosis. As a psychologist working in child and family services, Ariane was aware of perinatal mental illness but her anxiety prevented her from disclosing her symptoms which included disillusions, hallucinations and suicidal ideation. After a stay in a mother and baby unit, she sta…

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Ep 160. Tips for Preventing Gestational Diabetes 39:39

17d ago39:39

39:39

Today, your favorite midwives discuss the importance of proactive approaches in preventing gestational diabetes through lifestyle choices and healthcare support. You can expect them to dive into: -Benefits of Early Prenatal Care -Importance of Blood Sugar Monitoring -Hormone Optimization through Diet 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Benefits of Midwifery C…

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478 | Katie, one baby, plus-size, doula, induction, vaginal birth, PPH 1:13:35

12d ago1:13:35

1:13:35

In this episode 478 Katie shares her pregnancy and birth experience as a plus-size woman. She was denied access to midwifery group practice because of her weight and was immediately placed in a high risk model of care. She reflects on the inherent stress of this and admits that there were frequent suggestions of induction from her second trimester …

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Homebirth Story with Megan 42:22

29d ago42:22

42:22

In this episode a former Hearth and Home client, Megan, tells her story and talks about why, as a healthcare professional herself, she knew that homebirth was the best option for her family! Hear about her redemptive homebirth and how much midwifery care meant to her along the way. --- https://hearthandhomemidwifery.com…

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Ep 159. Benefits of Sauna for Women’s Health 33:06

24d ago33:06

33:06

In this episode, Kelly and Tiffany chat about why they personally love sauna and discuss the benefits of saunas for women's health such as: -stress reduction -improved mental health -better sleep -heart health -improved circulation -skin health -pain relief -respiratory health 00:00 Introduction to Sauna Benefits 17:20 Detox and Drainage Pathways S…

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477 | Angela, physiological home birth, private midwife, water birth 48:28

19d ago48:28

48:28

In this episode Angela shares her incredibly positive first birth - a water birth at home, supported by private midwives. Before she had conceived, Angela spent years learning about birth and discovered that a physiological birth in water was her preference. She came to this pregnancy - her second - with a strong awareness of body and mind and cont…

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Ep 158. Birth Story: PROM and Hypertension 42:35

1M ago42:35

42:35

In this episode, the midwife duo reflects on a particularly memorable home birth experience. The case involved a client with premature rupture of membranes (PROM) and hypertension, as well as sensitivity to various treatments, leading to a complex and challenging birth scenario. Throughout the episode, they discuss handling unexpected complications…

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476 | Georgie, four babies, MGP, physiological birth, breastfeeding, surprise breech, breech vaginal birth, DCDA twins, twin vaginal birth without epidural 1:27:08

26d ago1:27:08

1:27:08

I know I say it a lot, but you’re really going to love this episode. Georgie details her positive physiological first birth, her second that was a surprise breech (birthed vaginally!) and a DCDA twin pregnancy with confronting fragmented obstetric care. Georgie’s three births emphasise how vital education and advocacy really is, especially when con…

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475 Postpartum | Arnikka, postpartum, IBCLC, neurodivergence, autism, ADHD, sensory overwhelm 1:09:21

1M ago1:09:21

1:09:21

In this absolutely brilliant episode, Arnikka - @sucklebubs - takes us through her life-changing diagnosis of autism and ADHD in her second postpartum. Postpartum is a common time for women to consider their neurotype and for Arnikka, the overwhelm of the mental load was quickly becoming debilitating even though she didn’t feel particularly depress…

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195 Jenna Slot is back! Baby #4 with a L&D nurse from the busiest L&D unit in the USA 1:01:09

1M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

This is a follow up birth story with baby #4 with Jenna Slot of the oh so popular episode 41 where we discuss her surprise PFO diagnosis. That episode was republished just before this one in Episode 194. In Jenna's words: "We'll talk about my 4th birth story, which started with my water breaking in the elevator at work (work for me is as a labor an…

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194 Jenna Slot's PFO mid pregnancy and ocular stroke birth story REPLAY 1:17:28

1M ago1:17:28

1:17:28

This is a replay of Episode 41! Stick around because Jenna and I met up 4 years after this episode and recorded her most recent birth story! It is wild. So start here, and continue to episode 195 for the follow up story! XOXO- Heidi Jenna is an experienced Labor and Delivery nurse established in one of the busiest L&D hospitals in the country. Tune…

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Tongue Tie Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment with Dr. Michelle Gerbi, DC, IBCLC 44:55

1M ago44:55

44:55

On today’s episode, Sarah interviews Dr. Michelle Gerbi, a lactation consultant and chiropractor in Hood River, Oregon, who specializes in perinatal and infant care. Dr. Gerbi talks all about tongue tie signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and how to think about tongue tie if you’re wondering if that’s part of your baby’s feeding issue…

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Ep 157. Quick Listen: All About Preconception Testing 11:59

1M ago11:59

11:59

In this quick episode, host Kelly discusses the crucial topic of preconception testing for women in any childbearing phase, emphasizing its importance in planning for a healthy pregnancy. She highlights the lack of conversation around this topic by most care providers and offers detailed insight into five essential tests: -a complete thyroid panel …

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474 | Chantal endometriosis, IVF, anxiety, private obstetrician, HG, amniocentesis, spontaneous labour, vaginal birth 1:18:16

1M ago1:18:16

1:18:16

The gender pain gap has been in the news cycle recently with the Victorian government announcing an inquiry into women’s pain. Chantal’s story mirrors the experience of thousands of Australian women; a history of painful periods that had been dismissed. She was diagnosed with stage three endometriosis when she had trouble conceiving naturally. Afte…

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193 How to LITERALLY Have a safer childbirth with attorney Gina Mundy 1:01:59

1M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Today I chat with Gina Mundy about having a safe childbirth in a hospital. Pitocin should have their feelings hurt right now. Trigger warning as we discuss the stuff no one wants to think about, but that we all need to think about. Maternal and Fetal demise mentioned. Birth injuries mentioned. In her own words: I am an attorney specializing in chil…

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473 | Ash, three babies, induction, vaginal birth, homebirth, waterbirth, microcephaly, 1:08:54

1M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

Ash has been listening to the podcast since episode 40 so I’ve been in her ears every week for six years. Today she takes us through her three pregnancies and births, nodding to the importance of being prepared - listening to all kinds of births - and also accepting intervention when necessary. She navigated postnatal depression in her first postpa…

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Ep 156. Lesser Known Birth Interventions 36:35

2M ago36:35

36:35

Join Kelly and Tiffany as they chat about some lesser known birth interventions and the importance of physiological birth experiences. 00:00 Introduction 21:32 Who You Invite to Your Birth 30:20 The Power of Words 33:22 Creating a Sacred Space Links to all the extra good stuff: Beautiful One Free Resources: HERE Natural Birth Foundations Freebie: H…

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472 | Sarah Davidson, one baby, private obstetrician, miscarriage, ovulation induction, gestational diabetes, footling breech, planned caesarean 1:10:22

1M ago1:10:22

1:10:22

In today’s episode, Sarah takes us through her fertility experience as an adoptee which prompted her to do a series of tests early in her journey. After a missed miscarriage, she embarked on ovulation induction but then spontaneously conceived while on an overseas holiday. She opted for private obstetric care alongside support from a doula and at 3…

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471 | Ashlee, one baby, gastric sleeve surgery, IVF, placenta previa, private obstetrician, student midwife, iron infusion, PPH, breastfeeding 48:22

2M ago48:22

48:22

In today’s episode Ashlee details her long fertility journey including her choice to have gastric sleeve surgery. She conceived baby Luca on her first IVF transfer and chose private obstetric care alongside the support of a student midwife. Placenta previa dictated a caesarean birth so Ashlee purchased The Caesarean Birth Class and listened to each…

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Taking Your Calls 29:26

2M ago29:26

29:26

Sarah & Charli answer listener questions in this first-ever episode of Q&A format. If you have a question for the midwives, please call 971-361-8144 and leave your question as a voice mail to hear it on an episode soon! --- https://hearthandhomemidwifery.com

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Ep 155. A Holistic Approach to Preventing Pre-Eclampsia 28:28

2M ago28:28

28:28

Today Kelly and Tiffany deliver an in-depth discussion on preventing pre-eclampsia in pregnancy through holistic approaches and lifestyle changes, focusing on supporting the body's foundational functions. 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Discussion on Pre-Eclampsia 10:08 Importance of MTHFR Gene 13:18 Liver Support and Detox Links to all the extra good stu…

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470 | Abby, three vaginal births, gp shared care, public hospital, pain-free birth, physiological birth, breastfeeding 58:41

2M ago58:41

58:41

In this episode Abby shares her third pregnancy and birth story. She opted for shared care with her GP, a decision that really suited her busy family life and offered her continuity of care with someone she trusted. Her third trimester was challenging - she had significant pelvic pain which prevented her from exercising, she moved house and her iro…

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192 Stem cells, placenta cells, cord tissue cells OH MY! How and why to privately bank with ANJA HEALTH CEO, Kathryn Cross 43:12

2M ago43:12

43:12

We will cover Kathryn’s “Founder’s Story” about why she founded Anja Health - after a near-drowning accident, her brother was left with cerebral palsy and umbilical cord blood stem cells could’ve helped save his life. Since they’re mixed race, they were unable to find a match in public banks, which inspired Kathryn to create an affordable private s…

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469 Postpartum | Gen, breastfeeding, unsettled sleep, mother and baby unit, sleep consultant, sleep training, sleep school 56:00

2M ago56:00

56:00

Following on from her birth story in episode 468, Gen shares her significant challenges with baby sleep. Sleep is one of the most political and polarising aspects of parenthood; there’s a plethora of differing opinions and it can get very overwhelming, fast. For Gen and her baby Robbie, a variety of challenges created the perfect storm of unsettled…

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