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Blessed be BirthEpisode 35: Where Should I Give BirthLocation, location, location! Join us to chat about the different spaces you can give birth in! We share some similarities, differences, options, and benefits of knowing where you can give birth and how to make that decision for your family!
Other episodes that we reference:
Episode 3: No one right way to birth
Episode 15: The history of midwives and hospital births
Episode 22: Getting dads on board
Other podcasts to learn about different options of where to give birth:
-the Happy Homebirth podcast2024-11-041h 20Blessed be BirthEpisode 34: Let's Chat About GBSDuring your third trimester, you will be offered a screening for GBS, but what exactly is it? Today we will be talking about all things GBS; what exactly is it, how it effects you and your baby, what the screening looks like, and we even bring some math in!
Resources for Deeper Dive into GBS
Sara Wickham:
Group B Strep resources - Dr Sara Wickham
Sarah Wickham GBS book:
Group B Strep Explained - Dr Sara Wickham
Beautiful One Midwifery:
Natural Treatment for GBS in Pregnancy
Aviva Romm:
Group B Strep (GBS) in Pregnancy a...2024-10-281h 02Blessed be BirthEpisode 33: The Weight of Birth StoriesWelcome to Season 3 of the Blessed Be Birth podcast!Join Gabbie and Maggie as they talk about all things birth stories; the weight that they hold, when and where to share your own story, the difference of processing versus sharing, and where to find some helpful stories to prepare for your own birth. 2024-10-0744 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 32: Third TrimesterThe end to our first mini-series is here! We truly enjoyed walking through each trimester of pregnancy with you. Hopefully giving you new information to consider or just some encouragement from moms who have been there before! The last months of pregnancy are really important when it comes to making decisions and being fully informed is important. So listen along as we give you the bullet points for the third and final trimester of pregnancy!2024-08-011h 29Blessed be BirthEpisode 31: Oh The Things People Say to Pregnant WomenOn today's episode we're sharing all of the ridiculous things people have said to us (or the stories we've heard) while pregnant or a young mother. Laugh (or cry) along with us as we wonder why people think it's okay to just say whatever thought comes to mind when women are pregnant!2024-06-2739 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 30: Second TrimesterWelcome back to our mini-series! Where we're taking the time to discuss each trimester so you don't have to go in blind! We talk about what to expect physically, what's happening to your baby developmentally, and even what your appointments might look like. So send to a friend who is entering the second trimester or tune in yourself if you're ready to learn more!2024-05-1550 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 29: Finding Yourself in MotherhoodThere's no going back to who you used to be once you become a mother. But that doesn't mean its always easy to accept that change, even if it's inherently good. Today's episode is us chatting about how important it is to honor the person you are after motherhood while holding space for the hard parts. Grab your drink of choice and tune in as we share our hearts. 2024-05-0150 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 28: First TrimesterOur first mini-series on the podcast! Walk with us as we discuss each trimester in full, starting with the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. We touch on what to expect physically and mentally during this time. What your focus should be this trimester when it comes to nutrition, researching classes, and even choosing a provider. We chat about all this and more in today's episode!2024-04-1750 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 27: Birth TraumaToday’s topic is a serious one but one we knew we needed to touch on. Many listeners have reached out to us to talk on this topic as well. Birth trauma looks different for everyone but statistically one in three women have experienced it so it’s important to talk about it!2024-03-1348 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 26: Patron Saints of Pregnancy and MotherhoodIt's all in the title! If you've ever wondered if there are any saints to pray to for intercession during pregnancy we've got you covered! Tune in to hear about multiple saints who will walk with you through pregnancy and beyond!2024-02-1444 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 25: Golden Hour, Bonding and Skin-to-SkinWe're taking you back to an episode we recorded earlier this fall and have yet to share! In today's conversation, we're discussing the Golden Hour - that hour after birth when your baby is held skin-to-skin to your chest. Snuggling your sweet baby is just one aspect of this hour, it plays an important role in so many things such as bonding, breastfeeding, mom's recovery, hormonal changes, and temperature regulation. We also discuss what to do if you don't get to experience the golden hour. So tune in now to learn more about it! 2024-01-2949 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 24: Prodromal Labor: It's Not in Your HeadProdromal labor - formerly known as "false labor" - is something some women experience at the end of pregnancy before true labor starts. It can be both physically and mentally taxing on a mother awaiting birth, but you're not alone (or crazy!). Tune in today as we share our experiences with it and how to help yourself if you experience it as well.2024-01-0835 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 23: The First Time MomThis one is for you first-time moms! Grab a cup of coffee or tea and join us as we chat about the things first-time moms really need to know!2023-12-0459 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 22: Getting Husbands (or anyone) on BoardHave you done the research and decided where you feel comfortable giving birth but your husband (or vice versa) isn't on board? You're not alone! Today's episode is all about how to go about having these conversations and how to come to a decision where both of you feel comfortable. It might get uncomfortable along the way, but that's where we learn and grow!
https://www.amazon.com/Homebirth-Sacred-Kim-Woodard-Osterholzer/dp/1689254939
https://www.amazon.com/Born-USA-Broken-Maternity-Children/dp/0520256336
https://www.amazon.com/Babies-Are-Not-Pizzas-Delivered/dp/173254963X/ref...2023-11-1351 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 21: Beyond the Baby BluesMany of us know the initial roller coaster of emotions that happen after giving birth as the baby blues, but what happens after that? When do the baby blues turn into something we need to be concerned about? Postpartum mood disorders are so common in today's world. But feeling anxious, depressed, or angry after a baby isn't normal. What can we do to help ourselves? Is medication our only answer? We talk all about this in today's episode, so tune in!2023-10-3056 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 20: The Pushing StageWhat do you need to know when it comes to pushing? Listen in as we talk about this incredibly important stage of birth! We talk about the fears associated with pushing (pooping/tearing) and how to work on overcoming them. The pros and cons of pushing with an epidural, and how different positions can make a difference-incase you thought you had to push a baby out on your back...Newsflash! You don't. Because as always we talk about the choices you have when it comes to birthing YOUR baby.
https://bodyreadymethod.com/offerings/prenatal/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwm66pBhDQARIsALIR2zDX8usfeIC01...2023-10-161h 00Blessed be BirthEpisode 19: All About HypnobirthingThis week's episode we're getting into the topic of hypnobirthing! What it is and why we are such big proponents of it. We also discuss the concerns that many Catholics have when it comes to this method of childbirth education and hopefully put your mind at ease. So grab your drink of choice and join us for this conversation! Hypnobirthing book: https://a.co/d/4OaY8id2023-10-0242 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 18: Doula LifeToday we're talking about what it's like to be a doula and how the on-call life is a major factor in your decision! It's not always an easy role but it is extremely fulfilling if you feel God calling you to it. Tune in if you've ever questioned whether or not being a doula is right for you!2023-09-1843 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 17: We're Back and Better than Ever!We had a fantastic break but we're back! And so excited to dive into season two! Thank you to all of our faithful listeners who have made creating this podcast so rewarding. Today we're catching up and sharing our plans for this upcoming season of the podcast. So listen in, share an episode with a friend, and consider leaving a review! 2023-09-0427 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 16: You Deserve BetterOn our last episode of season one we wanted to discuss the state of maternal healthcare. The current mainstream model isn’t working and we deserve better. We NEED to be demanding better from our providers and the system. Listen in as we get extremely honest and share the facts. https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hestat/maternal-mortality/2021/maternal-mortality-rates-2021.htm2023-06-1245 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 15: The History of Midwives and Hospital BirthsListen in as we discuss the history on midwives and how obstetrics came to be. Birth has only been in the hospital setting since the earlier 1900’s and a lot has happened since then. We discuss a lot in this episode from unfair laws to Twilight Sleep so listen in! Twilight sleep podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/44-birth-back-when-women-wanted-to-forget-their-birth/id1561852103?i=1000603473207
Evidence on midwives EBB podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evidence-based-birth/id1334808138?i=1000520241428
Babies are not pizzas: Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered https://a.co/d/8Lx1xyw2023-05-291h 02Blessed be BirthEpisode 14: Importance of MovementToday on the podcast we’re talking about how important moving is while in labor. Whether it’s walking, swaying or lunging these are all things our body instinctually does when preparing to birth our baby. Be sure to listen to find out why!2023-05-1543 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 13: Making Space for C-SectionsAprils was c-section awareness month so even though it’s technically May 1st we knew this was an important conversation to have. Listen in on us having a real and open conversation about c-sections, why preparing for one won’t “jinx” you, how hard healing can be physically and emotionally, and why they can be so traumatic for many. https://www.ican-online.org/ https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/WHO-RHR-15.02 https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/pressroom/sosmap/cesarean_births/cesareans.htm https://www.fiatphysicaltherapy.com/2023-05-0143 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 12: All Things PostpartumOn todays episode we’re chatting about postpartum. We try to offer a realistic approach to postpartum without all the horror stories so many of us hear during pregnancy. There’s so much to say about postpartum this certainly won’t be our last conversation about it…2023-04-1748 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 11: Dads Play an Important Role in BirthFollowing up our last episode we wanted to touch on just how important dads are in birth. Dads have a presence that no one can replace. He can be a source of comfort and strength for laboring moms and so much. Made for This: https://a.co/d/bRn9yWr. Bradley Method: Check this out! https://a.co/d/3TnbrdE The Birth Partner: Check this out! https://a.co/d/8qrq2Io2023-03-2740 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 10: The Role of a DoulaIn todays episode we’re chatting all about the role a doula plays in your birth. “Does a doula take the place of my husband?” “Is a doula the same thing as a midwife?” “Do I need a doula if I’m having an epidural?” “Do doulas attend home births or hospital births?” If these are some questions you’ve asked yourself regarding doulas this episode is for you! https://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/2023-03-1350 min
Blessed be BirthEpisode 09: 40 Days and 40 WeeksAs we prepare our hearts for Lent we’re discussing the significance of the 40 days of Lent in relation to the 40 weeks of pregnancy and the first 40 days of postpartum. Come along as we discuss how motherhood is a continual sacrifice but there’s a way to make it fruitful, just as with Lent.
https://www.usccb.org/resources/fasting-abstinence.
https://www.visitationbirthdoula.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/882166099710400/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF2023-02-2044 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 08: Invite God InOn todays podcast we’re discussing the importance of inviting God into your birth. The Creator of our universe wants to be with you as you bring the child you co-created with Him into this world. If it feels intimidating or you don’t know where to begin, don’t worry! We discuss all the different ways you can do this throughout pregnancy and up until birth. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1681921715?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=madeforthisbirth-20&linkId=612a15400ec54e9df68f2b447d2069d3&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl2023-02-0642 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 07: The Risks and Benefits of an EpiduralToday's podcast is all about epidurals! We chat about all the things to consider when it comes to choosing an epidural. From the medications used to how they can affect breastfeeding and your postpartum recovery. We tell you all the things you may not hear from your hospital care team so you can make an informed decision!
https://evidencebasedbirth.com/epidural-during-labor-pain-management/
https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/patientcare/obgyn/maternity#:~:text=Epidural%20medications%20fall%20into%20a,required%20dose%20of%20local%20anesthetic.2023-01-2354 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 06: Fetal MonitoringToday's topic is all about fetal monitoring, what it is and why it’s used. From electronic vs. hands-on to continuous vs. intermittent we discuss the different ways to monitor a baby’s heart rate during labor and delivery.
EBB article: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/fetal-monitoring/2023-01-0950 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 05: Birth PlansTodays episode is all about birth plans/desires and why having them is so important. We discuss how birth plans play a huge role in a successful satisfactory birth and helps you communicate with your birth team. We also discuss the limits of birth plans and what to keep in mind when writing one.2022-12-2749 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 04: Embrace Waiting in Pregnancy and AdventIn this episode, we're discussing the similarities between the waiting we experience in pregnancy and the waiting we experience in Advent. There is so much to learn and embrace during pregnancy and the season of Advent if only we're willing to invite God in to show us.2022-12-1237 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 03: No Right Way to BirthFor our first topic, we wanted to discuss how there's no one right way to birth your baby. We're breaking down the idea that there's a better way to birth because all birth is beautiful whether it happens at home or in a hospital (or birthing center). The important thing is that all mothers know their options and feel informed.
Maggie's Postpartum Prep Course: https://www.visitationbirthdoula.com/upcomingevents2022-11-2844 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 02: About usGet to know your hosts, their backgrounds in the birth world and how they met!2022-11-0735 minBlessed be BirthEpisode 01: Intro to the PodcastWelcome to the Blessed be Birth Podcast! We're your hosts Maggie and Gabbie, and we're bringing you along with us as we talk about pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and motherhood through a Catholic lens. This first episode gives you a quick introduction to the podcast itself and gives you an idea of what to expect from our conversations.2022-11-0714 min