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You're not alone on this journey, be it trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum or wanting to relate to your own children who are now giving birth we have got a story for you. Your host Jordyn talks to Kiwi families about their experiences and brings us all together as a community, let's laugh, cry and celebrate together.
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This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life!In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Georgia. Some of the topics we cover:2 pregnancy and birth storiesHypnobirthing and Antenatal coursesBirth PlansHospital BirthSignificant meconium in watersEmergency CsectionResuscitation for Thomas after birthCord wrapped around his neck 3 timesHIE - oxygen starvation diagnosisTransfer to another hospital72 hour cooling therapyNICU journeyBirth TraumaHealing journeySophia Paskell - Mothers Circle - DoulaHealing VBAC after thinking it would be another Csection2 weeks postpartumPlease 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life!In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Abby. Some of the topics we cover:Unplanned pregnancy found out at 22 weeks Breech baby Planned CsectionChallenging recovery Blended family Placenta PreviaPlacenta AccretaDifficultly with feelings of fear of dying in pregnancy or birth 33 week bleed - emergencyMultiple large bleeds in hospitalPlacenta Accreta growth into Uterus 36 week delivery planned CsectionHysterectomy Multiple infections post birth Mental Health / dealing with trauma Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life!In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Gemma. Some of the topics we cover:Unplanned pregnancy at 20 years oldInductionLack of birth educationEmergency CsectionBirth TraumaPoor hospital experienceBreastfeeding challenges Postnatal DepressionPregnancy loss - Twin Pregnancy Covid Pregnancy and Birth Anxiety due to lossYour Birth Project course Posterior LabourHospital Birth VBAC Fast breathingBirth CentreSCBU10lb + baby Positive and healing second birth (VBAC)Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
My first solo episode in a while! But feels like a good place to start - if you are about to go into your postpartum journey, you're there right now or you know someone who is, this ep is for you! Some of the items mentioned in this episode:Finger Food Nails (Stick on nails you can do at home + they look amazing) Pure Mama Belly Oil Skin Care (my fave is Emma Lewisham) Your Birth Project course breathing techniques Beanbags (my faves are from Mooi Living) Airpods / HeadphonesAudible or Audiobooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project, if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sam. Some of the topics we cover:Autoimmune conditionsAMH Level testing Low AMHEgg RetrievalSpontaneous pregnancy Twin Pregnancy OBGYN care Balloon Catheter InductionEpidural Twin 2 in distress (Louie) Emergency CsectionEpidural not working so Spinal Block needed Recovery in hospitalSupport system after going homeInverted nipples and feeding PumpingCsection recovery Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by the InfaGroup who make my favourite Carseats for children.In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Anna. Some of the topics we cover:SGA babiesInduction BirthsYour Birth Project Hypnobirthing CoursePICUBreastfeeding challengesPostpartum DepressionPlease 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Hotmilk save 20% off full priced items with code kiwibirthtalesIn this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Makenzie. Some of the topics we cover:Surprise Pregnancy NIPTGender reveal Inter-cranial Hypertension Your Birth Project (online and in person) Stretch and sweeps41+6 birthInduction using Misoprostol Hormone drip, breaking of waters EpiduralNo progressCsection Positive breastfeeding journey Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 Abby. Some of the topics we cover:Pregnancy symptoms 42 week InductionStretch and sweeps Quick Dilation minimal pain Long pushing stage Cam caught Elsie Birth similarities to Abby's MumRetained Placenta Blood Loss / Haemorrhage up to 3L Breastfeeding challenges Postpartum period through griefCam (Husband) diagnosed with Terminal Brain Cancer after Elsies birth Tongue and Lip tieLoss of Husband Depression and grief Counselling Find Abby on Instagram here or Tiktok here Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 LossChemical Pregnancy 14 months trying to conceive Your Birth Project course Hatched AntenatalBirth Centre to Hospital transfer EpiduralEpisiotomyVentouse Jaundice (hospital admission) Postpartum Psychosis Recommended by Sophie for postpartum birth recovery:Ural Kiwi CrushPlease 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 IVFNIPTHyperemesis GravidarumAdvocating for inductionInductionMisoprostolBalloon Catheter Attempt to break watersCsectionPositive birth story Mild Gestational Diabetes Recommended by Kaz:Lactation Consultant - Kaz used Kate from Little Bird LactationLactamo Breastfeeding BallMuslin Cloths Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 pillChanging midwife at 10 weeksLocal Antenatal course Cholestasis of Pregnancy (itchy hands and feet first symptoms) Gestational Diabetes Stretch and Sweep Induction after spontaneous waters breaking EpiduralQuick Pushing Positive Induction stories Cystic Fibrosis diagnosis after newborn checks with Luca Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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:EndometriosisMirenaMorning SicknessOndansetron NIPTTravelling in first trimester Keeping sex of baby a surprise Hatched AntenatalYour Birth Project course Antenatal expressing Evening Primrose oil 38 weeks High blood pressure + protein in urine Preeclampsia Induction | Misoprostol, Break waters, SyntocinonLong inductionEpidural Short staffed in hospital Positive birth experience High blood pressure and re-admission to hospital post birth Supply drop post birth Continued breastfeeding | Lactation consultant support Things Selena has loved postpartum: Noody Skincare for Sloane Viva La VulvaPure MamaPlease 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 AnxietyStretch and SweepsEmergency Csection after spontaneous labour VBACBroken ankle in pregnancy Cosleeping Induction Late success with BreastfeedingPlease 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 homeMidwife appointment (2cm dilated) Planned Hospital birth 5cm dilated when arrived at HospitalVariable baby heartrate on CTG monitor (190-70)Emergency C-section under General Anaesthetic Meconium AspirationFlat breathing when born SCBU stay (12 days) Waking up from birth under GA Recovery from CsectionBreastfeeding journey Mental health and birth traumaPlease 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 Mental healthMum guiltExpressing colostrumPlease 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 LossOBGYN care Midwifery careInduction - reduced movementEmergency C-sectionBreastfeeding challenges Failure to thrive Low Muscle tone Roving eye movements Genetic testingIVF Embryo transfersElective C-sectionsTwisted Uterus Put under General Anaesthetic post-birthCosleeping Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 testsNIPTEarly pregnancy symptomsAcupunture Birth PlansIna May Gaskin - A Guide to Childbirth Your Birth Project Hypnobirthing Course Hatched Antenatal in-person course Spontaneous water breaking - 38 weeks (PROM)Misoprostol induction due to labour not progressing Mindset in labour Quick progression after no progression Positive birth story Silverette cups Relationship adjustments with newbornBirth Centre stay Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 PregnancyPerinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental HealthLittle Shadow - Private Counselling NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 StoriesBirth Centre BirthsStretch and SweepsSpontaneous labour MoxibustionAcupuncture Youngest Cosmetic Injection in NZ Returning to work postpartumBreastfeeding experiences Family supportMoving from Auckland to TaurangaPlease 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 EndometriosisPCOSHyperemesis gravidarumPregnancy Challenges PUPPPS RashSpontaneous Labour Baby in distressEmergency CsectionCsection RecoveryBreastfeeding challenges Please 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 NZYour Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing CourseFind me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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So beautifully told. Thanks for sharing, so much to learn from this, ataahua mama you are amazing x 👍🏽 for homebirth 😍