The Hypnobirthing Podcast
This series is all about hypnobirthing and positivity around birth. I am a hypnobirthing teacher and a mum of two and am aware how much negativity there is around birth and it can be scary and daunting for parents to be. This series is a safe space for everything positive and will include some useful chat, inspiring guests and amazing positive birth stories. If you are interested in hypnobirthing or you are pregnant and needing a positive space to visit - this is the podcast for you!
Episodes
Episode 163 - From Everest to childbirth: Which was the bigger challenge? Bonita Norris shares her stories
I was so excited to speak to Bonita, not only about her experience of summitting Everest, but also about how she related it to giving birth. Which was harder? And what skills from the mountains did she take into her birth?Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and c
Episode 162 - CTG monitoring in labour: What it is, what it shows and what you need to know
In today's solo episode, I discuss CTG monitoring. Its fast becoming a regular occurrence in labour, but is it necessary? What are the benefits and the risks? Scroll for full references.Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confident going into birth. Explore h
Episode 161 - Danielle's Redemptive Second Birth at Home
In today's episode I welcome on listener Danielle to share her second birth story, which turned out to be incredibly redemptive after a not so positive first birth. A big thank you to Danielle for sharing her story, I hope you feel inspired listening!Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everythin
Episode 160 - Bobbie's Dream First Birth in Austria
A big thank you to Bobbie for sharing her very straightforward 'dream' first birth for today's episode! Giving birth in a different country meant Bobbie wanted to feel as prepared as possible. Listen to how her birth unfolded!Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm a
Episode 159 - Imogen's Textbook First Birth at Home
In today's episode, I welcomed on Imogen who shared the story of her first birth. Imogen explains why she chose a home birth and talks us through her very textbook, very positive experience.A big thank you to Imogen!Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confide
Episode 158 - Meconium in the waters - what does it mean?
In today's solo episode I am chatting about meconium. What it is, why it happens and what your options are if it is present during birth.Please like and subscribe if you are enjoying the podcast :)Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confident going into birth
Episode 157 - "How positive birth stories helped me prepare for labour" - Sinead's Story
In today's episode I chatted to listener Sinead about her positive home birth. Sinead talks about the prep she did and how listening to positive birth stories had such a big impact on her labour. A big thank you to Sinead for sharing her story.If you are enjoying the podcast please do subscribe, rate and review. It helps to keep the podcast going and free.Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my
Episode 156 - How to advocate for yourself in hospital
In today's solo episode I chat about why it is so important to be able to advocate for yourself in a hospital setting. I give my tips on how you can do this and the benefits it will have on your birth experience.Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confident g
Episode 155 - She Gave Birth on the Stairs - Cassie’s Home Birth Story
In today's episode I spoke with Cassie about her two positive home births. After a fast, textbook first birth at home, it surprised Cassie that her second labour was longer but when things finally kicked off, boy did they kick off! I loved this story, I know you will too.Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparati
Episode 154 - Group B Strep - Understanding the Risks, the Evidence and your Choices
In today's solo episode I chat about Group B Strep (GBS) and discuss what it is and what it means for you and your baby if you are diagnosed.Inspo for this episode was taken from Dr Sara Wickhams book 'Group B Strep Explained'.Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm
Episode 153 - "I was 12 days early… and completely in denial" - Maria's birth story
In today's episode I chat to Maria about the birth of her first baby. How she went into labour earlier than expected and how for a first birth, her experience was very textbook and very fast.If you enjoy the podcast please do rate, review and subscribe. It helps keep the podcast free and helps it to keep going :)Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, gui
Episode 152 - “I Just Trusted My Body” – Kyla’s Birth Story
Today I’m joined by Kyla, who shares her journey of pregnancy and birth after relocating to Australia. We talk about what it’s like being away from family, how she approached her birth preparation, and the role hypnobirthing played in helping her feel calm and in control. Her story is such an empowering one.Resources & Linkso 🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided r
Episode 151 - Big Babies, Small Babies: Understanding Size, Scan Accuracy, and Your Choices at the End of Pregnancy
In this episode, I unpack one of the most common concerns at the end of pregnancy: baby size. Whether you’ve been told your baby is “big” or “small,” this conversation can quickly lead to discussions about induction, monitoring, or caesarean birth.This episode breaks down what those labels actually mean, how accurate growth scans really are, and how these predictions can influence decision-making.
Episode 150 - Snapping, Overwhelm & Newborn Life with Anna Mathur
In today's episode, I chatting to Anna Mathur about how to stop snapping during those exhausting newborn days. We chatted why it happens, how to stop it and how to give yourself some grace.How to Stop Snapping at the People You Love (As Well As the Ones You Don’t): A compassionate guide to rage, regulation and repair by Anna Mathur is available for pre-order now (publishing 2nd July 2026 by Pengui
Episode 149 - Sava's Positive First Birth
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m joined by Sava, a wedding planner based in Texas, who recently welcomed her first baby.We chat about her journey into motherhood, from pregnancy and preparing for birth to the realities of those early postpartum days. Sava shares how her love of planning meaningful moments shaped her approach to birth, and reflects on the emotional shift into becom
Episode 148 - Hypnobirthing as a First-Time Mum in Your Late 30s
In this episode, I’m joined by Christine, a first-time mum in her late 30s, joining us from Canada.Christine shares her journey of discovering hypnobirthing at a time when it wasn’t widely known in her circle, and what it was like navigating scepticism from those around her while choosing a different path for her birth.We talk about the importance of trusting your instincts, finding confidence in
Episode 147 - What to Expect During a Caesarean Birth
In today's episode I chat through what to expect from a caesarean section. Whether its planned or unplanned, I do a little walk through and give some tips on how to prepare.Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confident going into birth. Explore here.Book Recommendation - Why Caesarean Matters
Episode 146 - Rebecca's Unplanned Caesarean with Gestation Diabetes
In today's episode I chat with Rebecca about what led to her unplanned caesarean. She talks us through the preparation she did for birth and how her birth experience ended up being so positive despite a change in plans.If you are enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, share and leave a review.Resources & Linkso 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy
Episode 145 - Induction: What You Should Know Before Saying Yes
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m talking all about induction, what it really means, why it might be offered, and what I believe every parent should know before making a decision.Induction is one of the most common interventions in maternity care, and many people are offered it at some point during pregnancy. But something I hear time and time again is that parents didn’t fully und
Episode 144 - “I Was Terrified of Birth”: How Hypnobirthing Changed Everything
In today's episode, I spoke to listener Hannah about her experience with hypnobirthing and how it calmed her anxiety around birth. Hannah shares the story of her first birth.Thanks so much Hannah for sharing your story. I hope anyone dealing with birth anxiety finds this episode useful.Resources & Linkso 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birt
Episode 143 - Busting Common Birth Myths
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I break down some of the most common myths surrounding birth, and gently challenge the messages so many parents hear during pregnancy.From dramatic TV portrayals to well-meaning but often frightening stories from others, it’s easy to feel anxious about what birth might be like. But how much of what we hear is actually true?This episode is all about sep
Episode 142 - Looking Back on Birth One Year Later: Sinead’s Story
In this episode I’m joined by Sinead, who shares her birth story and reflects on her experience around a year after welcoming her baby. Sinead talks about how listening to birth stories during her pregnancy helped her feel more prepared and informed about what to expect, and how that shaped the way she approached her own birth. It’s such a lovely full-circle moment to have someone who listened to
Episode 141 - Pregnancy Meditation for Calm, Connection, and Empowerment
This meditation can be practiced anytime you feel the need to connect with your body, calm your mind, or focus on your baby’s growth. May you feel calm, empowered, and deeply connected throughout your pregnancy.Resources & Linkso 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Serviceso 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Lea
Episode 140 - How Preparation Changed Krystle's Birth Experience
In this episode, I’m chatting with Krysle, a mum of two, about her journey into hypnobirthing and how it shaped both of her birth experiences. We talk about how listening to positive birth stories changed her expectations, what it was like navigating hospital policies and monitoring, and how preparation helped her stay grounded and make informed decisions during labour.Krystle shares honestly abou
Episode 139 - How TENS Machines Can Support Labour
In today's episode I welcomed on Karen, the founder and owner of the Babycare TENS machine. We chatted about how TENS machines work and the natural pain relieving benefits they can bring to every stage of labour. Karen also shared her own experiences of using the TENS machine during her 7 labours.To find out more about the Babycare TENS visit their website here.GET 10% OFF WITH MY CODE 10NURTURENE
Episode 138 - From Pregnancy to Birth: Sian’s Experience with Hypnobirthing
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m joined by Sian, who shares her journey through pregnancy, hypnobirthing, and birth as a mum of two.Sian reflects on how discovering hypnobirthing influenced her confidence during pregnancy, the expectations she had going into labour, and how her real-life birth experiences compared to what she had imagined. We talk honestly about decision-making,
Episode 137 - Birth Preferences, Advocacy & Informed Choice
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I explore how birth preferences, advocacy and informed choice can shape not just what happens during birth, but how you feel about it long after your baby is born.This conversation is for you if you’re feeling overwhelmed by decisions in pregnancy, worried about being pressured into things you don’t fully understand, or wanting to feel calmer, more con
Episode 136 - Georgia's Positive HBAC
In this episode, listener Georgia shares her birth experience and how hypnobirthing helped her feel calm, informed, and in control as she planned her HBAC. We chat about preparation, support, and the importance of following your instincts during labour. A really grounding and reassuring birth story.Resources & Linkso 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregn
Episode 135 - Fear, Conditioning & the Nervous System in Birth
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I explore the powerful connection between fear, conditioning, and the nervous system in birth.I share how fear can affect labour hormones and physiology, why so many of us are unconsciously conditioned to fear birth, and how the stories we hear can shape how birth feels and unfolds. I also talk about simple, practical mindset shifts you can start using
Episode 134 - Two Births, Two Mindsets: Eliza’s Hypnobirthing Journey
In this episode, I chat with Eliza, who shares her two very different birth experiences. Her first birth was straightforward but left her feeling shocked and overwhelmed. Determined to feel more in control second time around, she discovered hypnobirthing, and it completely changed everything.Eliza talks about:Why her “good on paper” first birth didn’t feel goodHow hypnobirthing shifted her mindset
Episode 133 - What Hypnobirthing Really Is (and Isn’t)
In this episode, I’m setting the scene for the season by gently unpacking what hypnobirthing really is, and what it isn’t. So many parents come to hypnobirthing feeling pressure to do it “right,” to stay calm, or to have a certain kind of birth, and I want to take that pressure away.Hypnobirthing isn’t about control or perfection. It’s about understanding your body, feeling safe, and having choice
Episode 132 - From Home Birth to Healing: Emilie's Powerful Hypnobirthing Story
In this episode, I chat with Emilie, a mum of two who shares her honest, uplifting, and deeply relatable story of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery.Emilie planned a home birth for her second baby after a fast first labour; and her instinct proved right. She talks us through her surprisingly quick home birth, how hypnobirthing techniques helped her stay calm and in control, and the vital ro
Episode 131 - How to Prepare for the Fourth Trimester: Expert Advice from Life Postpartum
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m joined by Hanna, co-founder of Life Postpartum, a holistic recovery platform created to support women through the often-overlooked postpartum period. After experiencing her own challenges and feelings of uncertainty after birth, Hanna was inspired to build an accessible and affordable space where new mums can find the care and guidance they need.We
Episode 130 - Charlotte's Healing Home Birth
In this episode, I speak with listener Charlotte about her third birth. After two hospital births that left her feeling traumatised, Charlotte chose a home birth for her third baby; and her experience was completely different. Thank you, Charlotte, for sharing your story with us!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nes
Episode 129 - 4 Positions That Can Make Labour More Comfortable
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I explores four simple yet powerful positions that can make labour more comfortable, help your baby move into a good position, and support your body’s natural flow through birth.You’ll learn how movement and positioning can help you stay calm, ease discomfort, and work with your contractions, whether you’re at home, in a birth centre, or in hospital. I
Episode 128 - How Hypnobirthing Helped Monique Stay Calm Through Preeclampsia and Induction
In this episode, Monique shares how she discovered hypnobirthing and prepared herself for a calm, natural birth. She talks about her experience managing gestational diabetes and planning for a hospital birth, before an unexpected diagnosis of severe preeclampsia at 35 weeks changed everything.Monique’s story is such a wonderful reminder that a positive birth isn’t defined by how it looks on paper,
Episode 127 - Prodromal Labour: What's Going On and Why It's Not Wasted
Have you been experiencing regular tightening's that seem to start and stop, leaving you wondering if labour is finally beginning… or not? You’re not alone, and you’re not imagining things.In this episode, I’m diving into prodromal labour — sometimes frustratingly called "false labour" (but let’s be honest, there’s nothing false about it!). I’ll walk you through:What prodromal labour actually isWh
Episode 126 - Crystal's Calm Home Birth after Previous Trauma
In today's episode, I chat with Crystal, who shares the story of her calm, healing home birth. After experiencing a previous traumatic birth and the loss of a previous pregnancy, Crystal talks about how she prepared emotionally for birth, used hypnobirthing techniques to stay grounded, and found reassurance through the trust she built with her birth team.Crystal’s story is honest, emotional, and d
Episode 125 - 7 Ways to Prepare Your Mind for Birth
Birth isn’t just a physical experience; it’s a deeply mental and emotional one too. The way you prepare your mind can have a huge impact on how you feel during labour and beyond.In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I share 7 powerful ways to prepare your mind for birth so you can approach your baby’s arrival with calm, confidence, and trust in your body.We’ll cover:✨ Why knowledge is powe
Episode 124 - Katie’s Positive Birth Beyond 43 Weeks
In this week’s episode, I chat with Katie, a new mum living in Surrey with her husband, baby, and dog. Katie shares her experience of pregnancy, going all the way to 43+6 before giving birth, and how hypnobirthing gave her the confidence to trust her body and instincts.We talk about:✨ Navigating the wait to 43+6 with calm and confidence✨ How hypnobirthing supported Katie through pregnancy and birt
Episode 123 - The 7 Magical Birthing Hormones
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m sharing the incredible hormonal cocktail that makes labour and birth flow smoothly. From oxytocin (the love hormone) to endorphins (your natural pain relief), your body has the perfect recipe to keep you calm, manage sensations, and bond instantly with your baby.Learn how simple things like privacy, safety, and dim lighting can boost these hormones
Episode 122 - Calm in the Unexpected: Charlotte’s Hypnobirthing Journey Through Preeclampsia
In this episode, Charlotte shares her inspiring birth story and experience using hypnobirthing techniques during an unexpected induction due to preeclampsia. She opens up about the challenges of navigating high blood pressure, self-monitoring at home, and the difficult postpartum period that followed, including hospital readmission. Despite the hurdles, Charlotte emphasizes the importance of prepa
Episode 121 -Trusting the Flow: Karen’s Empowering Home Birth Story
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m joined by Karen as she shares the powerful and instinct-led birth of her son at home.Karen opens up about how hypnobirthing helped her stay grounded during labour, why releasing control was a turning point, and the unforgettable moment she caught her own baby. She reflects on the intense emotions that followed, and how they shaped her view of the e
Episode 120 - Haley's Unmedicated Induction: Navigating Unexpected Moments
In this episode, Haley shares her honest and inspiring birth story with me. Haley’s labour was induced, which brought some challenges she hadn’t anticipated, including a drop in her baby’s heart rate and the possibility of an episiotomy, something she really wanted to avoid. Despite these hurdles, Haley had a natural, unmedicated birth and met her baby just six hours after labour began.Haley talks
Episode 119 - Abbie’s Calm and Empowering First Birth Story
In today’s episode, I chat with listener Abbie, who shares the beautiful and inspiring story of her first birth. Abbie’s journey is a powerful reminder that positive and empowering first births do happen — and they can go exactly to plan!Abbie and her partner immersed themselves in hypnobirthing education, listening to the podcast and taking my Essentials Course, which helped them feel informed, p
Episode 118 - Maddie’s Calm Caesarean: Trusting Her Instincts After a Challenging Early Labour
In this episode, Maddie shares the story of her first birth; planned as a home birth but ultimately ending in a calm and empowering caesarean.Diagnosed with polyhydramnios during pregnancy, Maddie went into labour and experienced a week of intense contractions that weren’t progressing. After being dismissed at hospital and told it was early labour, she trusted her instincts and returned a few days
Episode 117 - Meconium in the Waters: Katie’s Empowering Shift from Home Birth to Hospital
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m joined by listener Katie, a first-time mum who laboured for a long time at home but ultimately ended up giving birth in hospital due to the presence of meconium in her waters.Katie shares her beautiful and empowering story, walking us through her mindset as she prepared for a home birth and how she navigated the unexpected changes with calm and con
Episode 116 - A Positive Birth Story: Hypnobirthing Through Induction and Prenatal Depression
In today’s episode, listener Nanouk shares her journey through prenatal depression and labour induction, and how hypnobirthing helped her stay calm and confident. She discusses the emotional challenges of induction and the power of breathing and mindset to manage fear.Key Points:Coping with prenatal depressionNavigating labour inductionUsing hypnobirthing to stay relaxed and trust your bodyIf you’
Episode 115 - From Fear to Trust: Katie’s Empowering Birth Story
In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I speak with Katie, a listener and first-time mum, who shares her remarkable journey from planning an elective cesarean due to intense fear of childbirth to ultimately having a spontaneous, physiological birth in a birth center. Katie candidly discusses how hypnobirthing techniques, daily podcast listening, and mindset shifts helped her overcome fear,
Episode 114 - Not Just Luck: How Emy Used Hypnobirthing for a Positive Birth
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Emy, a listener who shares her beautifully calm and instinct-led first birth story. Originally from Sweden and now living in Bristol, Emy talks about how hypnobirthing helped her prepare mentally, release fear, and embrace the unknowns of birth with confidence and positivity.From early surges at home to a magical birthing suite experience, Emy’s story is full of e
Episode 113 - Is Hypnobirthing Enough?
Episode Summary:In this solo episode, I dive into one of the most common questions I'm asked: Is hypnobirthing enough? If you've completed a course or are thinking about starting one, this episode is essential listening.I explore what hypnobirthing teaches you, why it's a powerful foundation, but also why it’s just the beginning of truly preparing for a positive birth experience. I unpack how deep
Episode 112 - Birth Story: Sarah's Positive Caesarean Birth
In today's episode, I welcomed on listener Sarah who shared the story of her unplanned caesarean and why it was so positive for her. Thank you Sarah!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses☕ Say Thanks – If t
Episode 111 - Special Episode: One Way or a Mother - A New Podcast Series from Dr Elliot Berlin
One Way or a Mother is a brand new long-form narrative podcast from Dr. Elliot Berlin, DC, host of The popular Informed Pregnancy Podcast. Each ten episode season follows one pregnancy and all the decisions, emotions, preparations, and history that goes along with it. Interviews feature the expectant mother along with husbands, parents, doctors, doulas, and surrogates.In season one, listeners meet
Episode 110 - Feeling Empowered for Birth with Dr Elliot Berlin
On today's episode, I welcomed back on Dr Elliot Berlin to have a chat with me about the importance of feeling empowered for birth. How can we do that? A big thank you to Dr Elliot for taking the time to speak to me.🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techni
Episode 109 - Birth Story: Leanne's Empowering HBAC
Hello and welcome back to a brand new season of The Hypnobirthing Podcast. In today's episode I am joined by Leanne from Doula Diary as she shares her empowering HBAC story. A big thank you to Leanne for joining me!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniq
Episode 108 - Birth Story: Alice's Unexpected HBAC
Thank you so much to Alice for sharing the beautiful story of her unexpected HBAC following a previous caesarean. Alice so kindly has offered to share some meditations with you to help you through your pregnancy and labour. To get a copy of these meditations please send Alice a DM on Instagram (link below) and she will send them directly to you free of charge. Follow Alive on Instagram here www.in
Episode 107 - Birth Rehearsal Guided Relaxation
Today's episode is a peaceful birth rehearsal guided relaxation written and read by myself. PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN WHILST DRIVING OR OPERATING HEAVY MACHINERY.🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses☕ Say Thank
Episode 106 - Birth Story: Laure's Accidental Home Birth
On today's episode, I welcomed on listener Laure to talk about her incredibly positive accidental home birth! Thank you so much to Laure for sharing her story.🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses☕ Say Tha
Episode 105 - Birth Story: Remi's Pain Free Home Birth
Today's episode is a beautiful home birth story, told by Remi who describes her experience as pain free. It is a really beautiful story, I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explo
Episode 104 - Birth Story: A Positive Back To Back VBAC
In today's episode, I welcomes on listener Ruby to talk about her positive VBAC with her back to back baby! Thank you so much Ruby.🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has he
Episode 103 - Freebirth with Samantha Gadsden
In today's episode I welcomed on freebirth doula Samantha Gadsden to chat all about freebirth. What is it? Is it safe? Why are people choosing it? Thanks so much to Samantha for taking the time to chat to me.Follow Sam on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/samanthagadsdendoula/ Join Sam's Facebook Groups:Home Birth Support Group UKThe Village🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how
Episode 102 - Birth Story: Positive Birth After A 3rd Degree Tear
A big thank you to listener Kyra who shares her amazing home birth story. After suffering a 3rd degree tear during her first labour, Kyra was determined to not tear second time. Kyra also talks us through some of the wonderful products she makes with her skincare company Lavender Meadows. Thank you so much Kyra.FOR 25% OFF LAVENDER MEADOWS PRODUCTS, USE CODE HYPNOBIRTHING25 AT THE CHECKOUT.https:/
Episode 101 - Birth Story: A Positive Birth after Stillbirth
Trigger Warning: talk of stillbirth.In today's episode I welcomed on listener Louise to talk about her incredibly positive birth after experiencing a late stillbirth a year earlier. This is such an important topic and Louise's courage and strength really comes through as she talks about both of her births. Thank you to Louise for sharing.If you would like support or more information on stillbirth
Episode 100 - 4 Lessons To Learn From Birth With Aly McClain
Thank you so much to today's guest, Aly McClain who came and chatted about the 4 lessons she learnt from her own birthing experiences.Please don't forget to subscribe, review and share the podcast!Follow Aly on Instagram here www.instagram.com/peacefulhomebirth Find Aly's podcast The Peaceful Homebirth Podcast on all main podcast platforms 🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I c
Episode 99 - Why Are Positive Birth Stories So Important?
Hello and welcome back to season 9 of The Hypnobirthing Podcast. I have missed you all!In today's episode I am discussing why positive birth stories are so important. Join me as I explore why these stories matter, how they can influence your mindset, and how to find them in a sea of information.If you are enjoying the podcast please do subscribe, review and share!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Pac
Episode 98 - VBACs with Ashley Winning
Today's episode is the final episode of this season, thank you so much to all my listeners and guests! The podcast will be taking a short break but will be back in October 2024.Today's guest is VBAC Educator, Ashley Winning. We chatted about VBACs and HBACs and how they are a really great, safe option for many women wanting to give birth vaginally after having a caesarean.Follow Ashley here https:
Episode 97 - Birth Story: A Positive VBAC Story
In today's episode I chatted to listener Jenna about her amazing VBAC! Jenna had a scheduled caesarean with her first baby due to unforeseen medical reasons, so second time around she really wanted to achieve a VBAC and spoiler - she did!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses –
Episode 96 - Understanding Birth Trauma with Dr Jenna
This is such an important episode whether you have experience past birth trauma or are planning your birth and aiming to avoid it. Dr Jenna chatted to me about what birth trauma is, how can we help avoid it and what can we do if we experience it.Follow Dr Jenna on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/dr.jenna.psychologist/ Find her website here https://www.drjennapsychologist.com/ 🌸 Resources
Episode 95 - Birth Story: A First Baby Born at Home
Thank you so much to Olivia for sharing the story of her first baby born at home! I know these stories are so popular with you guys, so I hope you enjoy!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses☕ Say Thanks –
Episode 94 - The Importance of the Postnatal Period with Alex Burner
In today's episode I was delighted to welcome on Alex Burner, owner of The Original Birth Connection and my own doula mentor to talk about the importance of the postnatal period. Why don't we pay it much attention and why are boundaries so important during this time?Alex has kindly gifted my listeners 10% off doula training courses with The Original Birth Connection. Visit https://www.theoriginalb
Episode 93 - Birthing at Home with a High BMI
Thank you so much to Emily for chatting to me about her incredible home birth. Emily has a high BMI and really wanted to give birth at home, she listened to her body and did just this!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident:
Episode 92 - Exercising During Pregnancy with Bethany Ford
In today's episode I was delighted to welcome back Bethany Ford. Bethany has been on the podcast before to talk about pelvic floor but this time she was here to chat about exercising in pregnancy.For more information on Bethany's Pilates programme and for a discount visit here (use code NURTURE10) https://www.bethanyford.com/online For Bethany's blog post about exercise during pregnancy visit here
Episode 91 - Birth Story: Hanna's Positive Birth - First Baby
In today's episode, I welcomed on Hanna to share the story of the birth of her first baby. Thank you so much Hanna for sharing your story!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast
Episode 90 - What is Hypnobirthing? - Revisit
It was time for a revisit of one of my most popular episodes - What is Hypnobirthing?Originally recorded over 4 years ago I wanted to give it a bit of a refresh. I hope you enjoy!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Expl
Episode 89 - Birth Story: Rachel's Calm Home Birth
In today's episode I welcomed on Rachel to share her calm home birth story. Rachel also touches on the positive birth of her first child in the birth centre. Thank you so much for sharing, Rachel.🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm an
Episode 88 - Baby Feeding with Bea's Birth and Boobs
Oh what a great episode I have for you today! I welcomed on Bea from Bea's Birth and Boobs to chat breast and bottle feeding. She shared her wisdom on lots of different topics including normal baby feeding behaviour, benefits of breastfeeding, common obstacles, safe bottle prep, paced bottle feeding and lots more. Thank you Bea!Find Bea here: https://www.instagram.com/beasbirthandboobs/🌸 Resources
Episode 87 - Birth Story: Courtney's 2 Amazing Births
Welcome back to season 8 of the podcast! Let's kick off with two incredible birth stories! Thank you to listener Courtney for sharing these with us.🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses☕ Say Thanks – If th
Episode 86 - Home Birth with Dr Stuart Fischbein
In the last episode of season 7, I chatted to Dr Stuart Fischbein about home birth. Is it really safe? What are the risks? Should we be avoiding the hospital? Thanks Dr Stu for chatting with me. Season 8 will be out in April 2024.Follow Dr Stu on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/birthinginstincts/Find his website here https://www.birthinginstincts.com/ 🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packag
Episode 85 - Birth Story: Lauren's Positive Induction Birth
In today's episode I welcomed on Lauren to share her positive experience of induction. Thank you so much to Lauren for taking the time to chat to me!🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses☕ Say Thanks – If t
Episode 84 - Maintaining Low Risk with Midwife Melissa
In today's episode, I speak with Midwife Melissa from Casa Natal Birth Centre all about this idea of low risk and the things we can be doing to help maintain it throughout pregnancy.Casa Natal Website: https://casa-natal.com/ Follow Casa Natal on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/casanatalbirthcenter/ 🌸 Resources & Links🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregn
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