Kiwi Birth Tales - Ep50: Lauren, Abigail & Patrick - Fertility Journey, Oranga Tamariki Program, Miscarriage, Gestational Diabetes, Emergency C-Section

Ep50: Lauren, Abigail & Patrick - Fertility Journey, Oranga Tamariki Program, Miscarriage, Gestational Diabetes, Emergency C-Section

09/23/19 • 56 min

In Episode 50 of Kiwi Birth Tales I interview Lauren about her journey to Motherhood, Lauren takes us through her long fertility journey as she was diagnosed with PCOS and Endometriosis. Lauren tried for years to get pregnant before seeking help where she was put on Clomophine unsuccessfully, after suffering a miscarriage Lauren was referred to Fertility Associates Christchurch and during this time they decided to work with Oranga Tamariki on the possibility of becoming parents that way. After a short time a 6 month old baby girl was brought into their care and they were now parents to Abigail.
Lauren takes us through going ahead with fertility treatments while adjusting to being parents of a 6 month old, falling pregnant after the first round of embryo implantation with their son Patrick.
Lauren was diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes at 34 weeks and discusses the problems this caused her with eating and managing her levels at home. At 37 weeks Lauren went into labour with her waters breaking at home, eventually heading to the hospital where labour slowed down. After an induction and epidural Lauren made it to 9cm when the Epidural began to wear off, the Midwife could see a Cervical Lip that meant Patrick was not able to fully descend down the birth canal and after trying to assist the call was made to move to an Emergency C Section.
Lauren takes us through her experience with the C-Section, recovering after birth and also her breastfeeding journey which she is still on at 19 months with Patrick.
This episode is packed with a lot of information and Lauren shares her experience so openly with us all which I am so grateful for. Thanks again for joining me on the Podcast Lauren.

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Ep49: Olivia & Gus - Fast Labour, Hypnobirthing, Birth Centre, Post Baby Blues

In Episode 49 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Olivia about the birth of her son Gus. Olivia takes us through her experience falling pregnant unexpectedly, being on her feet all day with her job and the things she did to keep fit and healthy. Olivia also discusses the Hypnobirthing materials she used to prepare for her birth and her mindset leading into labour.
Olivia went into labour at home at 39 weeks and things progressed very quickly, expecting it to be a long labour she was advised to keep doing what she was doing at home but when the midwife arrived to check her Olivia was 9cm dilated and they rushed to the Birth Centre where she gave birth to Gus on arrival.
Olivia then discusses her experience with breastfeeding, her journey as a new Mum and her experience with the Post Baby Blues. Olivia talks about what she did to seek help and has some great advice for others who may be experiencing the same things.
Thanks for joining me on the Podcast Olivia!

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Ep51: Aleisha, Max & Millie - 2 Homebirths, Initial Birth Anxiety, 37 Week Deliveries

In Episode 51 of Kiwi Birth Tales I speak with Aleisha about the births of her two children, Max and Millie. Aleisha talks through her initial anxiety around giving birth and how both her and her partner read Ina May Gaskins book Guide to Childbirth which completely changed their mindset. After reading the book Aleisha and her partner decided on a Homebirth for their first child, supported by their amazing midwife and they had a quick and positive experience at home, all relaxing in their own comforts an hour after birth.
Aleisha fell pregnant while still breastfeeding Max and immediately knew she wanted to have another homebirth which was again a positive and calm experience for all involved. Aleisha takes us through her journey of recovery after both children, including how her and her partner approach Mental Health Days during the post partum period and what helped her recover physically.
Thanks for joining me on the Podcast Aleisha!

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