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{REBROADCAST} 15 Things That Cause More Pain During Labor

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It's true that we love telling you all of the ways to have an easier, more comfortable, confident, and empowered birth experience, but we decided to switch things up and get a little sarcastic so you can join us in some laughs while we give you all the top tips on what will cause more pain during labor. Maybe you already know that being flat on your back and not having great support will leave you less than comfortable but what about pulling up trauma from a previous birth, focusing on all the negatives happening right now, and inviting all the unsupportive and opinionated people into your birth space!? No? Don't worry, we've got you covered mama! As always, we hope that you leave this episode armed with a smile and some crazy good info about how to make your birth the best it can possibly be.

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4:07 - Being free to move around during labor is so important and being stuck in one position not only causes more discomfort but also slows, stalls, and makes it...

15 Things That Cause More Pain During Birth

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Show Notes

4:07 - Being free to move around during labor is so important and being stuck in one position not only causes more discomfort but also slows, stalls, and makes it harder for...

Do THIS During Contractions

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This is probably the #1 thing moms are curious about when that due date starts creeping closer and we are here to tell you that this episode will bring great relief for when you're face-to-face with those contractions!

[2:54] You WILL feel contractions even if you plan to have an epidural.

[6:50] Knowing how you handle physical pain and emotional discomfort matters for how you will naturally find comfort and work through contractions.

[8:29] You do not have to be religious to connect to something spiritual during your birth experience.

[12:49] Hands-on support is wonderful, but it needs to be practiced and done right.

[15:57] "I've heard breathing like I'm panting is supposed to help me relaxed and stay focus. Is that true?" No. No, it's not.

[17:47] DOULA TIP!

[19:22] Sometimes distraction trumps visualization when it comes to working through contractions.

[25:11] Curious about more you can do to manage contractions during birth?

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Outdated Policies Hurting Your Birth

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If you're unaware, there are policies from over 100 years ago still affecting your birth experience right now. The truth is that changes in policy, even when supported by evidence, take a long time to implement and can actually be hurting your birth. We cover the most common ones relevant to you today in this episode!

[3:54] Hospital birth is best for everyone - because it's cleaner and more sterile...right?!

[8:52] Can we please talk about being "overdue?"

[13:50] Don't eat and drink during birth!

[18:05] Time to dilate!

[21:18] Giving birth on your back just makes sense!

[23:43] VBAC is High-Risk - didn't you know?!

[26:11] Cut your perineum! It makes more space and you get some cool stitches too!

[31:52] Stop that flow of blood to baby immediately!

[35:15] Weigh and swaddle right away instead of skin-to-skin. It just makes sense.

[37:34] Ointment up those eyes and vaccinate that baby ASAP!

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What Are You Afraid Of?

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You had fears before COVID-19 and you will have them after, but spoiler alert, you're going to work through them! How do we know? You're here, aren't you?! That means that you've walked through every single other fear or challenge to be standing here today. We believe in you, so let's tackle this together.

[4:24] What is fear? What does it look like during birth?

[5:57] What is empowerment? What does it look like during birth?

[7:46] Example - What if you fear is labor being too long?

[12:21] 1 to Stay 2 to Grow Challenge!

[22:04] You have to apply the knowledge.

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AND if you love all the great birth discussions, tips, and...

Birth: Enneagram Type 9

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Ok all of our peacemaking, spiritual, intuitive mamas, this one is for you! We loved recording this episode so much and can't wait to hear birth stories from our Type 9 moms. Having supported this type during birth, we know just how incredible you are when you create the right birth space and press forward with knowledge and confidence.

[2:37] Your Strengths

[9:22] Watch out!

[17:56] Tips for Partner

[21:41] Why you'll love the My Essential Birth Course

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AND if you love all the great birth discussions, tips, and tricks you're hearing, make sure to head over to iTunes and give us a review. It will help other mamas just like...

Water: Nature's Epidural

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Water is Mother Nature's epidural and has the ability to bring sweet relief and relaxation throughout the birth process. In this episode, we break down the safety of using water for birth, including giving birth in the water, understanding the policies and practices for your birthplace, when to jump in, how to use it effectively, and we even share our personal experiences from our own water births!

[4:58] Is a baby being born into water safe?

[7:02] Who can and cannot get into the water

[8:23] Know the policies and practices of your birthplace - Hospital

[10:49] Know the policies and practices of your birthplace - Birth Center/Home

[13:25] When to jump into the water!

[18:32] Two times to get into the water before hitting the "sweet spot"

[21:57] How to use the shower during active labor

[26:58] Using the tub during labor

[28:42] What should I wear in the tub?

[29:52] Stephanie's experience with laboring in a birth tub (at home)

[33:35] Cortney's experience with...

Birth: Enneagram Type 8

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Strong, powerful, determined, and in-charge - if this sounds familiar then you might be a Type 8 mom and we definitely have a thing or two you want to hear when it comes to prepping for and giving birth!

[4:40] Your Strengths, even if you intimidate us a tiny bit...

[11:57] Watch out!

[15:10] Tips for Partner

[19:07] Why you'll love the My Essential Birth Course

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AND if you love all the great birth discussions, tips, and tricks you're hearing, make sure to head over to iTunes and give us a review. It will help other mamas just like you find the podcast and enjoy it too. Just click >>here<< to review,...

Interview with Fitness Coach & Mom: Shayli Campbell

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We had the opportunity to interview Fitness Coach, Shayli Campbell, and ask her about pregnancy, exercise, nutrition, and postpartum. You'll hear how she walked through her cesarean birth and how exercise and good nutrition helped her throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

[4:34] Shayli shares their trials in getting pregnant + the strength she found through it

[6:48] Nutrition & exercise during pregnancy and curbing nausea

[10:18] First signs of pregnancy

[11:22] How she used the My Essential Birth course workbook to help her prep for the big day

[13:06] Birth story time!

[17:15] Vulnerability and how we help each other as birthing mothers

[19:31] How and why preparation and knowledge matters no matter how we birth

[21:13] What she wants to say to every mother

[22:14] Shayli's husband Jake answers some questions for us about supporting Shayli during birth

[27:10] Exercise Time: the importance of exercise during pregnancy

[29:07] Recommendations...

Hollywood Birth: Where They Get It Wrong

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Birth always begins with either a pop-gush of waters breaking or a massive contraction, followed by screaming at your partner, and then squeezing his hand super hard while you push out a baby the size of a 2-month-old. That's Hollywood's version of birth, but how much of it is accurate? Hint: not a lot! We think you'll love listening to us debunk all the ways they get it wrong, why they do this, and what you can do about it.

[3:06] Pregnancy is always miserable & always a burden

[3:42] The father is always clueless

[5:13] Birth always begins with a gush of water or Level 10 contractions!

[6:40] Birth goes from zero to baby being born in a matter of minutes

[6:58] You have to fumble around just trying to get to the hospital

[7:51] The woman in labor screams at everyone and is angry at the father

[9:04] Which came first, the chicken or the egg?

[9:25] Birth only happens in the back of the car or a hospital

[10:24] You give birth on your back with your legs in...

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