
61-Karin Freeland-Miscarriage-Ectopic Pregnancy-2 Vaginal Births-The Ins and Outs of My Vagina
06/12/24 • 67 min
In this episode, Karin shares her experience with ectopic pregnancy, trusting her intuition, and dives into the details of the two birth stories of her sons. We also talk about what inspired her to write the memoir, The Ins and Outs of My Vagina.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/61
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
Resources:
- Karin Freeland: karinfreeland.com
- 6-Secrets: karinfreeland.com/6-secrets
- Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
- Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
Definitions:
- Rupture of Membranes (ROM) (Water Breaking)
- Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Separation)
- Postpartum Depression
- Hernia
- PUPPP Rash
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
In this episode, Karin shares her experience with ectopic pregnancy, trusting her intuition, and dives into the details of the two birth stories of her sons. We also talk about what inspired her to write the memoir, The Ins and Outs of My Vagina.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/61
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
Resources:
- Karin Freeland: karinfreeland.com
- 6-Secrets: karinfreeland.com/6-secrets
- Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
- Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
Definitions:
- Rupture of Membranes (ROM) (Water Breaking)
- Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Separation)
- Postpartum Depression
- Hernia
- PUPPP Rash
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
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60-Meg Chappell-Miscarriage-IVF-Vaginal Birth-Romy
In this episode, Meg talks about her three miscarriages and what eventually led her and her husband to the road of IVF. She then goes into detail about what it was like to give birth to her daughter Romy after experiencing some health issues during her pregnancy.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/60
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
Resources:
- Meg Chappell: Meg The Doula-Swedish
- Laurie Levy-Doula: https://www.laurielevy.net/
- Tiffany Renée-Lactation Support: https://www.mahoganypoint.com/
- Jessica Timins-Acupuncturist: https://www.artemesiahealingarts.com/
- Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
- Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
Definitions:
- Foley Bulb
- In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
- Preeclampsia
- Gestational Diabetes
- Shoulder Dystocia
- Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
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62-Allison Goyne-2 Vaginal Births-NICU-Believe in Birth
In this episode, Allison dives into how her first birth with her daughter was traumatic and how it led her to become a birth doula. She also shares the the details of how she felt when she was unexpectedly pregnant with her son after being adamant of “one and done” in addition to sharing about her redemptive home birth.
birthasweknowitpodcast.com/62
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.
Resources:
- Allison Goyne: https://www.believeinbirthva.com/
- Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
- Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
- Ask family to make you a Meal Train: https://www.mealtrain.com/
- The Business of Being Born Film
Definitions:
- Cord Blood Gasses
- Neonatal Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
- Whole Body Cooling
- Meconium
- Bloody Show
- Mucus plug
Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you like this podcast, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review so it can bring the podcast to the attention of others.
If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know ItTM️ Podcast, head over to https://birthasweknowitpodcast.com/ or fill out this Guest Request Form.
Support the podcast and become a part of the BAWKITM️ Community by becoming a Patron on the Birth As We Know It Patreon Page! And don’t forget to join in on the fun in the Private Facebook Group!
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Welcome to Birth As We Know It, a podcast that is dedicated to recognizing the many different ways that birth unfolds. I am your host, Kiona Nessenbaum. I have experienced birth as a doula, a student midwife, a birth assistant, and as a mother of three amazing children of my own. After attending over 140 births, I've realized that each birth experience is truly unique. So make sure you subscribe and join me as we are guided through many different bir
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