Positive and empowering birth stories told to you by those who were there, alongside host Chloe. Have you ever wondered what it's like to have a c-section? What a home birth is like? What it's like to birth unassisted? We hear from a huge variety of people as to how they birthed their babies. The one thing they all have in common? Their births were empowered and positive. If you've listened and would like to support the podcast, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/birthstoriespod
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GentleBirth - The GentleBirth Podcast | Positive Birth Stories, Pregnancy, Birth & Breastfeeding with Midwife Tracy Donegan and Guests
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At GentleBirth we believe that a positive birth comes in many forms - and it's always defined by Mom. We've combined brain science, birth science and technology using the GentleBirth App to help you 'train your brain' for a positive pregnancy, birth and parenting experience. Each day of your pregnancy and postpartum period the GentleBirth App will recommend simple but effective mindfulness techniques, hypnosis, breathing techniques and affirmations for you and your partner to build confidenc ...
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Caroline Weeks was hours away from her Maternal Assisted Cesarean with her consultant Dr. McCaffrey when senior hospital staff in Limerick cancelled her cesarean. Not only was her MAC cancelled - Caroline was refused care at the hospital for a 'standard' cesarean. Email me at tdonegan@gentlebirth.com for Caroline's contact details if you'd like to …
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This hypnosis session was created so reduce anxiety for anyone preparing for a Covid test. Use for several days before your test and just before your test is administered. Do not use while driving. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://ww…
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Reduce stress and support your immune system in pregnancy during the Covid-19 pandemic. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagram.com/gentlebirthoffici…
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GentleBirth Hypnobirthing Immune Booster for Pregnancy
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Several studies over the last 20 years suggest that psychological interventions such as guided imagery can positively alter the immune system. In light of the current pandemic GentleBirth has created this free hypnobirthing Mp3 to support moms during pregnancy. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePl…
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A dad's first time birth story - happy tears, falling asleep & group b strep.
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Fifty minute labour and deciding to have a third baby - Carly tells the story of Asa's birth.
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Carly is a doula, ante-natal educator and pregnancy yoga teacher. She has three children, one born in hospital, one in the birth centre and one at home. We have the pleasure of hearing from this experienced mum and birth educator about the birth of her third baby, Asa. She also gives her tips for a calm and positive birth experience, even if it all…
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Wild pregnancy and free birth - the birth story of Aidan, told by mum Hanny and doula Lauren.
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Hanny had a home birth with her first baby, daughter Sophs. For her second baby, baby Aidan, she felt she wanted to listen to her own intuition as a woman and a mother, which was telling her to free birth her baby. This is the story of how she made her choices, her research and the lovely winding birth of her son. Her doula Lauren tells the story f…
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What does a doula do and how do I find one? Mars Lord joins Chloe to talk about being a doula and birth activist.
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Statistically, doulas have been shown to lower the instances of cesarean sections, increase the instances of spontaneous vaginal birth, and shorten labours (statistics taken from Evidence Based Birth). But what does a doula actually do, and how do you find one if you want to work with one? Mars Lord is a doula and activist, and joins the Birth Stor…
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Surprise pregnancy, post birth poos and American hospital bills, with Aurora and her first baby Rocco.
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Aurora tells us the story of her first baby, Rocco. Aurora lives in Denver, Colorado, but is originally from the UK. She met her husband and moved to Denver, where she got pregnant. She tells us the empowering story of her hospital birth, and navigating the ins and outs of the American system.Chloe Straw による
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Planned c section after a previous un-planned c section with Christine and Wyatt
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Christine tells the story of her second baby - Wyatt, who she birthed via a planned c section, after a previous un-planned c section for her first baby.Chloe Straw による
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Home vaginal birth after cesarean section (HBAC) Birth Stories Podcast with Louise and Violet.
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Louise tells the story of the birth of her second daughter - Violet. She had a home birth with independent midwives, after a previous cesarean section.Chloe Straw による
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Twin hospital induction birth, after an ectopic twin pregnancy, with Sarah.
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Sarah shares the story of the birth of her twins Ada and Orson. Her first daughter, Marnie, was a twin initially, but her twin was in Sarah's fallopian tube.Chloe Straw による
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The Gift of Surrogacy - Kat Roberts Shares Her Journey
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In this episode we meet Kat Roberts who describes her journey as a surrogate for a very excited family. To learn more about Kat's classes visit: http://www.katroberts.com Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Yo…
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Choosing to Freebirth (Alex Roberts Tells Her Story of Choosing to Birth without a Medical Careprovider)
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In this episode we meet Alex Roberts who choose to give birth without a midwife or OB at home with her family after a traumatic first hospital birth. To learn more about Alex's art work visit https://www.patreon.com/PinwheelArt Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the Gen…
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Breech Birth - An Interview with Dr Rixa Freeze - Vaginal Breech Birth Expert
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Did you know that breech vaginal birth with a skilled birth attendant may be a safe option for you and your baby instead of a cesarean? In this week's episode you'll learn why breech birth rates have been declining in some countries, what the research says and why you might consider finding a birth attendant supportive of vaginal breech birth. Did …
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How a Birth Doula Can Help You Have a Positive Birth
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More parents are stacking the odds in their favor of having a positive birth with the support of a birth doula. In this episode you'll meet Brenda Baar a DONA trained birth doula and learn about why doulas are so important to support healthy births. At the end of the episode we'll also discuss the paths for doula training and what it takes to becom…
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Compassion Focused Therapy - An Exciting New Approach to Pregnancy & Postpartum Emotional Wellness
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Meet Dr Michelle Cree - Author, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Compassionate Mind Trainer. In this week's episode we'll explore an exciting new approach to emotional health in the postpartum period and experience a compassion focused exercise to soothe and support your body, mind and spirit today. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 da…
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In this episode we'll meet Dr Crystal Frazee and hear about two amazing hospital births. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagram.com/gentlebirthoffic…
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Enjoy an excerpt from the new GentleBirth book including some inspirational birth stories. At GentleBirth we believe that a positive birth comes in many forms - and it's always defined my Mom. We've combined brain science, birth science and technology using the GentleBirth App to help you 'train your brain' for a positive pregnancy, birth and paren…
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In this episode you'll meet David and hear about his experience of homebirth including a transfer to hospital. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagra…
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Is it possible that the way you move in labor can make your hormones work for you – or against you? Yes! Is it possible that intentionally adopting a ‘power pose’ in labor can influence your mind and body in positive or negative ways? Yes! Is it possible that what you wear in labor can influence how you feel in labor? Hospital gown or athletic wear…
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Four Very Different Labor and Birth Experiences
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Meet Maria - Mom of 4 as she shares her fears about labor, how she overcame them and her very different birth experiences including hospital, home, waterbirth and epidural. At GentleBirth we believe that a positive birth comes in many forms - and it's always defined my Mom. We've combined brain science, birth science and technology using the Gentle…
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Top 5 Tips For Birth Preparation with Katrina Berry
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Chloe is joined by birth expert Katrina Berry, and they discuss Kat's Top 5 Tips for Birth Preparation.Chloe Straw による
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Ellie's accidental unassisted home birth with her first baby
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Ellie tells the story of the birth of her daughter Blythe - an accidental unassisted home birth.Chloe Straw による
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