Your Birth Bestie | The Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Natural Birth Experience - 22. Hospital Birth Myths Pregnant Moms are Fear-Mongered to Believe

22. Hospital Birth Myths Pregnant Moms are Fear-Mongered to Believe

09/05/23 • 20 min

Your Birth Bestie | The Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Natural Birth Experience

It’s time to set the record straight, reveal common birth myths and empower pregnant moms, like you, to make informed choices for your birth. Let’s uncover the truth!

What to expect in this episode:

We’ll debunk the myth of the ‘all-natural’ ideal and empahsize the importance of informed decision-making...
How comparing your birth experience to idealized social media isn’t productive, and why your journey should be what’s best for you...
Exploring the perception of labor pain and how the show “I Didn’t Know I Was Pregnant” is a good example of panic without preparation...
Understanding what it means to be “on the clock” from the moment you’re admitted into the hospital in labor...
...and how you can set yourself up to be in control of your birth expeirence by creating a birth plan to communicate your preferences and feel confident in your choices!

It's time to dispel the myths that can lead to unnecessary stress and unrealistic expectations. Remember that your birth experience should be about informed choices, personalized care, and empowerment. Whether it's a hospital birth with medical interventions or a natural home birth, the focus should always be on what's best for you and your baby!

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>>FREE RESOURCE: Download ‘15 Hidden Hospital Birth Choices Every Pregnant Mom Should Know’ - by clicking here! From your first appointment to your last, know your choices and take control of your experience every step of the way!

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It’s time to set the record straight, reveal common birth myths and empower pregnant moms, like you, to make informed choices for your birth. Let’s uncover the truth!

What to expect in this episode:

We’ll debunk the myth of the ‘all-natural’ ideal and empahsize the importance of informed decision-making...
How comparing your birth experience to idealized social media isn’t productive, and why your journey should be what’s best for you...
Exploring the perception of labor pain and how the show “I Didn’t Know I Was Pregnant” is a good example of panic without preparation...
Understanding what it means to be “on the clock” from the moment you’re admitted into the hospital in labor...
...and how you can set yourself up to be in control of your birth expeirence by creating a birth plan to communicate your preferences and feel confident in your choices!

>> JOIN THE WAITLIST for updates on my newest ‘Your Birth Bestie Pregnancy and Beyond Text Support’ program!

➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor

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21. First Prenatal Appointment Expectations and Questions to Ask Your Provider

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Did you recently get a positive pregnancy test and anxiously awaiting your first appointment?! Congratulations!

You might suddenly be hit with a whirlwind of excitement, questions, and maybe even feeling nervous. Don’t worry though, I’m here to guide you on this journey to feeling confident and well-prepared as you plan for your first prenatal visit!

In this episode we’ll talk about:

Exactly what to expect during your first prenatal appointment – there will be no surprises...
How to choose the right healthcare provider – if it doesn’t click, remember you can switch...
The importance of starting strong and setting the stage for your pregnancy with your healthcare team...
What prenatal vitamins and supplements should you be taking and a few personal recommendations...
Things you might hesitate asking early on, and why you should anyways!

Your first prenatal appointment isn’t just something to check off on your calendar... it’s a chance to shape your experience and explore choices. Most importantly though, remember, your journey to motherhood is uniquely yours, and seeking information and support early on will help you navigate your hospital pregnancy and birth experience with confidence.

Let me know how I can help! Send me a message on Instagram @bethconnors_cnm or email me at [email protected].
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References
>> ACOG Nutrition During Pregnancy Guidelines
>>HANDS-OFF HOSPITAL BIRTH: Join my comprehensive online self-paced birth course - A Complete Guide to an Informed and Autonomous Pregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum. Enroll today!
>> JOIN THE WAITLIST for updates on my newest ‘Your Birth Bestie Pregnancy and Beyond Text Support’ program!

>>FREE RESOURCE: Download ‘15 Hidden Hospital Birth Choices Every Pregnant Mom Should Know’ - by

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23. What Your OB Won't Tell You During Pregnancy to Have the Best Hospital Birth

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Tune in to uncover the untold choices during hospital births your doctor won't reveal but "Your Birth Bestie" will spill the beans on!

In this episode we’ll talk about:

Questioning inductions and decreasing the high rate of unnecessary intervention...
Exploring pain coping methods and finding a birth team to support your goals...
How important waiting for the urge to push is during labor...
Navigating hospital policies favoring efficiency over your indivudal needs...
... and the routine use of Pitocin after delivery without mom knowing.

Tune in to Your Birth Bestie Podcast for an episode that will empower you to take charge of your birth journey. Your body, your baby, your birth—together we can make it the best experience possible!

>> JOIN THE WAITLIST for updates on my newest ‘Your Birth Bestie Pregnancy and Beyond Text Support’ program!

>>FREE RESOURCE: Download ‘15 Hidden Hospital Birth Choices Every Pregnant Mom Should Know’ - by clicking here!From your first appointment to your last, know your choices and take control of your experience every step of the way!

>>HANDS-OFF HOSPITAL BIRTH: Join my comprehensive online self-paced birth course - A Complete Guide to an Informed and Autonomous Pregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum. Enroll today!

➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor

Your Birth Bestie | The Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Natural Birth Experience - 22. Hospital Birth Myths Pregnant Moms are Fear-Mongered to Believe

Transcript

Hello everyone, welcome back to Your Birth Bestie podcast! I'm your host, Beth Connors and today we're diving into a topic that is both eye-opening and important for pregnant moms and anyone really who is interested in hospital birth experiences. We'll be talking about the common birth myths that you might believe, some of which are super pet peeves of mine as someone who has had two hospital births, one went terribly wrong simply because I was vulnerable, I was not properly educated, and real