In this episode of the Nourishing Birth and Beyond podcast, I address three common mistakes in birth preparation: relying solely on a birth plan, fearing pain management, and not proactively learning about caesarean sections. I emphasise the need for a solid understanding of birth processes, the role of hormones in pain management, and the importance of being informed about medical interventions. I also highlight the significance of creating a supportive birth environment and encourage listeners to take an active role in their birth journey. Additionally, I invite listeners to a free workshop on water birth essentials to further empower them in making informed decisions about their birthing experience.
In this episode of the podcast I talk about:
- Three key mistakes expectant parents make: over-relying on a birth plan, fearing pain management, and neglecting to educate themselves about cesarean sections.
- Te importance of having a comprehensive understanding of how birth works, including the role of oxytocin and endorphins in natural pain relief.
- The need for a supportive birth environment and being aware of factors that can impact the birthing process.
- The importance of being informed about medical interventions and understanding the steps leading to a cesarean section to better navigate the birth experience.
- Invites listeners to a free workshop on water birth essentials, offering additional insights and support for a personalized birth experience.
Sound bites from this episode:
“We know that you will have to make some decisions generally during your labor and having that grounding will really help rather than hoping for it to all resonate from your birth plan.”
“Your hormones are designed to facilitate this. Your oxytocin, your endorphins are your body’s natural pain relief that as contractions intensify, they will elevate to support you all the way through your birth journey.”
“It’s really important to understand what you’re agreeing to in terms of medical intervention, the maternity system, different procedures, different options, all of these things.”
“We want to take steps to the trajectory of a natural birth. If that’s your goal, we need to take the steps to get there.”
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