In this episode of the Nourishing Birth and Beyond podcast I welcome Delaney, who shares her personal birth story, focusing on her experience of delivering at 43 weeks and five days. Delaney discusses the societal and medical pressures she faced to induce labor, her decision to wait for natural labour, and the emotional and physical challenges she encountered. The conversation highlights the importance of informed decision-making, autonomy, and the support of resources like Facebook groups and literature to empower expectant parents. Delaney’s story underscores the need for compassionate care and the right to choose one’s birth experience.