Navigating birth trauma, partner fears, and growing confidence the second time around
In this episode, I’m joined by Gemma — a mum of two — who shares her two birth stories: her first in an MGP program & a hospital, assisted birth during Melbourne’s 2020 lockdown, and a slower, calm, home-birth in a publicly funded home birth program with her second.
We talk about;
What she would go back and tell her first time birthing self
Dealing with a posterior labour, her experience with an epidural and staying ‘in’ labour with one
Dealing with Birth trauma & how it can be stored in the body
Navigating getting on the same page with your partner around birth choices
The difference between her hospital and home-birth
Why expectations can be the enemy
Gemma’s Memo moment & key takeaway for other birthing women
A quick heads up: In this episode, Gemma shares her first birth experience, which she experienced as traumatic.
If you need support, you can contact: COPE – Centre of Perinatal Excellence
PANDA – Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia or 1300 726 306
You can also speak to your GP, midwife or Obstetrician for further support.
This season of The Midwife Memos is sponsored by Sleepybelly—my go-to for better pregnancy sleep - check them out here Sleepybelly
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Disclaimer- The information and resources shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only and are not intended to replace medical or midwifery advice. Any decisions about your care should be made in partnership with your healthcare provider. If you’re a health professional, we encourage you to use this information as a discussion point within your workplace or professional practice.While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee its completeness or relevance to your specific situation. The Midwife Memos podcast is not liable for any outcomes resulting from the use or interpretation of this content. Always seek guidance from a qualified healthcare professional for any medical or midwifery concerns.
