Episode 28 is shared by Madi a first time mum that trusted her body and birth so much that she freebirthed with her first baby. Madi discusses her decision to freebirth as a first time mum, her initial fears, and what helped her overcome and work with her fears. This is a great example of trusting your self, your body and trusting your intuition.
Links:
- The Authentic Birthkeeper https://www.instagram.com/the_authentic_birthkeeper/
- Freebirth Society Course https://www.freebirthsociety.com/
- Dr Sarah Buckley https://sarahbuckley.com/
- Jane Hardwick Collins https://janehardwickecollings.com/
- Postnatal Depletion https://kinfertility.com.au/blog/postnatal-depletion
CHAPTERS
01:24
Madi's Decision to Free Birth
03:07
Overcoming Fears and Making the Decision
04:00
Gaining Support from Madi's Husband
04:27
Deepening the Desire for Free Birth
06:18
The Impact of Contraception on Birth Choices
07:14
Challenging Stereotypes about Free Birth
08:12
Addressing Fears and Concerns
09:11
Working through Fears of Death
09:39
Educating Herself on Birth
10:35
Informal Birth Education
11:33
The Impact of Birth Stories and Conversations
12:29
The Long Process of Learning and Unlearning
13:27
Connecting with the Spirit Baby
14:25
Trusting Instincts and Avoiding Regret
15:21
The Black and White View of Birth Choices
16:17
Negative Experiences with the Hospital System
21:03
Reactions from Family and Friends
23:29
The Ripple Effects of Free Birth in the Community
25:22
Positive and Negative Responses to Free Birth
27:16
Engaging with the Hospital System
29:04
Pregnancy and Job Loss
32:16
Resting and Preparing for Birth
35:09
Preparing Partner for Birth
37:27
Early Signs of Labor
39:23
Laboring at Home
46:56
Pushing Phase
51:15
Crowning and Birth
56:51
Birthing the Placenta
01:04:04
Postpartum Experience
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