Down to Birth

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#383 | A Second Home Birth: Vocalizing, Instinct & Skilled Support

Birth doula and mother of two Carson Meyer joins us to share the story of her second home birth and the very different emotions that came with approaching birth after such a positive first experience.Carson talks about the anxiety she carried in the final weeks of pregnancy, the ... Show more

. 36min 32sec

#382 | August Q&A: Prodromal Labor, Breastfeeding vs. Formula Guilt, Two-Vessel Cords, When Epidurals Help, Kids at Home Births, Intrusive Thoughts

Welcome to the August Q&A! Today we kick things off with your answers to the question, “What’s one thing that happened during your birth that no one prepared you for?” From 53-hour labors and projectile vomiting to postpartum shakes, swollen labia, running out of hot water during ... Show more

. 51min 47sec

#381 | The Chemicals You're Wearing Every Day with The Clean Clothing Chick, Hannah Dunning

Clothing is one of the most overlooked sources of chemical exposure in modern life, and it sits on our skin all day, every day, literally from birth until death.In this episode, we’re talking with Hannah Dunning, The Clean Clothing Chick, about what no one is regulating, no one i ... Show more

. 49min 28sec

#380 | Henci Goer on Taking Charge of Your Birth

More than twenty years ago, Henci Goer's renowned book, The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth, profoundly shaped Cynthia's understanding of pregnancy and birth, setting her on the path that eventually led to her own natural births and a career in birth education and client ... Show more

. 54min 1sec

#379 | When Birth Gets Complicated: The Midwifery Difference for a Mom of Four

When complications arise during pregnancy or birth, many women assume their birth plans are over. But does it have to be that way?In this episode, we're joined by Catey, a mother of four whose pregnancies and births included severe preeclampsia, inductions, postpartum hemorrhages ... Show more

. 39min 53sec