In this weeks episode, Jessica Vicar shares her three diverse birthing stories - two home births and a recent free birth. At just 18 days postpartum, Jess invites listeners into her world of motherhood and talks about her experiences, insights, and the intriguing decision-making process behind each birth. She discusses the evolution from midwifery care to a more intuitive, unassisted birth, emphasizing the importance of surrender, faith, and listening to one's own body.
Jess also reflects on her unique setting, a water birth outdoors while living in an RV, and the setup her husband created for her ultimate, peaceful birth. This episode is a deep dive into the authenticity and beauty of birth, highlighting the profound personal growth and transformation Jess experienced along the way.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:53 Jess Vicar's Background and Family Life
02:11 First Birth Experience
04:46 Second Birth Experience
05:31 Understanding Different Types of Midwives
07:42 Reflections on Birth Interventions
09:14 Third Birth Experience and Free Birth Decision
24:50 Prenatal Care and Preparation for Free Birth
36:59 Setting Up for Birth in an RV
37:12 Creating a Birth Plan
37:55 Preparing the Birth Environment
38:58 Labor Begins
40:03 Active Labor and Birth
41:40 The Birth Pool Experience
42:58 Post-Birth Reflections
52:28 Postpartum Journey
59:09 Embracing Free Birth
01:07:31 Final Thoughts and Future Plans
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DISCLAIMER.
The content of this podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to take full responsibility for their own bodies and decisions and to consult with qualified professionals as needed.
