
23. What Your OB Won't Tell You During Pregnancy to Have the Best Hospital Birth
09/12/23 • 28 min
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!
>>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!
If you enjoyed listening, it would make my day if you could rate or review the show! Don’t forget to snap a pic of your review and upload it here - I'd love to mail you something special to say thanks!
➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor
➡️ 8-Week Virtual Group Coaching Program
🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie
👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.
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!
>>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!
If you enjoyed listening, it would make my day if you could rate or review the show! Don’t forget to snap a pic of your review and upload it here - I'd love to mail you something special to say thanks!
➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor
➡️ 8-Week Virtual Group Coaching Program
🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie
👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.
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22. Hospital Birth Myths Pregnant Moms are Fear-Mongered to Believe
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!
>>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!
If you enjoyed listening, it would make my day if you could rate or review the show! Don’t forget to snap a pic of your review and upload it here - I'd love to mail you something special to say thanks!
For daily tips on autonomous, low-intervention birth follow me on Instagram @bethconnors_cnm
Website: www.bethconnors.com
➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor
➡️ 8-Week Virtual Group Coaching Program
🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie
👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.
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24. How Pregnant Moms Should Prepare for the Unknown of Hospital Birth
Are you a pregnant mom planning your hospital birth and wondering how to confidently navigate the unpredictable journey of childbirth?
You are not alone! I love a fun gender reveal at birth, but nobody wants unwelcomed surprises when it comes to their birth experience.
What to expect in this episode:
- Reassurance that embracing the unknown is part of your unique birth story...
- Empowering insights into childbirth classes and the importance of asking questions, equipping you to make informed decisions that align with your preferences...
- Discovering mindfulness and self-compassion practices that will not only prepare you for labor but also provide valuable tools for postpartum support...
- ... and expert guidance on navigating the uncertainties of childbirth, empowering you to take proactive steps towards a confident and fulfilling birth experience.
Remember, you are a warrior, and no matter how your birth unfolds, you are going to be an incredible mother. Please share this episode with other expectant moms who may find it helpful, and subscribe for more empowering discussions on Your Birth Bestie podcast.
>>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!
If you enjoyed listening, it would make my day if you could rate or review the show! Don’t forget to snap a pic of your review and upload it here - I'd love to mail you something special to say thanks!
➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor
➡️ 8-Week Virtual Group Coaching Program
🌸 Connect with Beth
Website - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie
👋 WHO AM I?
Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.
Your Birth Bestie | The Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Natural Birth Experience - 23. What Your OB Won't Tell You During Pregnancy to Have the Best Hospital Birth
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Welcome to another episode of Your Birth Bestie podcast! Thank you so much for being here today. I am very excited to bring this episode to you and reveal some of the things I have seen over the years, because over and over again, it seems to be a pattern of maternal care where these huge gaps of education are completely missing. Expecting parents are just not aware of their options, simply because they are not discussed in prenatal visits with their doctor!
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