135: The Final Stretch: Roxanne's Third Trimester and Home Birth Plans
Description
In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, Gina and Roxanne sit down for an update on Roxanne's fourth pregnancy. Approaching her third trimester, Roxanne shares her experiences and challenges during her second trimester, including juggling midwifery school, work, and raising three other children. They discuss the preparation for the upcoming birth, including prenatal visits, the decision for a home birth, birth preparation items, and their thoughts on making the birth experience less intimidating and more normalized for their children. They also delve into their experiences with previous births, the importance of having a supportive provider, and the potential financial and logistical considerations of home birth.
00:00 Introduction and Pregnancy Update
00:34 Meet the Hosts
01:24 Roxanne's Midwifery Journey
02:20 Pregnancy Challenges and Preparations
11:10 Home Birth Plans and Considerations
14:05 Podcast Sponsor and Supplement Routine
24:01 Addressing Labor Concerns
24:24 Reflecting on Joan's Birth Experience
24:51 The Impact of Birth Environment
28:37 Preparing for a Home Birth
30:35 Involving Family in Prenatal Visits
32:10 Normalizing Birth for Children
35:27 Emotional Aspects of Birth Support
41:01 Entering the Third Trimester
42:58 Final Thoughts and Resources
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