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This is probably the #1 thing moms are curious about when that due date starts creeping closer and we are here to tell you that this episode will bring great relief for when you're face-to-face with those contractions! 

 

[2:54] You WILL feel contractions even if you plan to have an epidural.

[6:50] Knowing how you handle physical pain and emotional discomfort matters for how you will naturally find comfort and work through contractions.

[8:29] You do not have to be religious to connect to something spiritual during your birth experience.

[12:49] Hands-on support is wonderful, but it needs to be practiced and done right.

[15:57] "I've heard breathing like I'm panting is supposed to help me relaxed and stay focus. Is that true?" No. No, it's not.

[17:47] DOULA TIP!

[19:22] Sometimes distraction trumps visualization when it comes to working through contractions.

[25:11] Curious about more you can do to manage contractions during birth?

 

 

Cortney interviews her husband, Nate, to find out what it takes to support a birthing woman and how to handle different birthing scenarios. It's so good and we promise this is one you won't want to miss. Hint: make sure your birth partner listens along!

 

[3:38] Your partner should NOT be the only one preparing for this birth!

[5:06] Advice from a dad: "You cannot be that stereotypical guy in these situations. You just can't." -Nate

[9:47] Cortney tests Nate's birthing knowledge

[12:05] More quizzing for Nate! Play along...does your birth partner know how to answer these correctly?

[12:47] Scenario 1

[16:07] Scenario 2

[18:44] Scenario 3

[26:34] What birth was like for Nate

 

 

This podcast episode is hot off the press and in true Cort & Steph fashion, we break down the Pros AND Cons to birthing in/out of hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic. Yup! We totally see it both ways and above all hope to speak peace to your heart. You are seen. You are heard. Your feelings- which may swing from gratitude one minute to sorrow the next- are valid. You are stronger than you know, and the story you pass down of birthing during a time of great global uncertainty will be revered for generations to come.

 

[2:00] ACOG, CDC, and WHO: What they're saying and what they recommend

[7:05] Telehealth

[7:37] Recommendations for COVID-19 & Breastfeeding Practices

[10:10] Other things to consider

[12:12] What to do with all of this information!

[19:00] Pros & Cons to Birthing In & Out of the Hospital During COVID-19

[27:04] Get prepared. You won't ever regret preparing "too much"...because there's no such thing!

 

If you want your dream birth, you need a dream birth team! They're kinda like the Avengers, but they have latex gloves & tired smiles instead of magical hammers and flying suits. Your dream team should consist of people who enthusiastically support your birth goals 100% and who have a track record of success. Second only to the knowledge & preparation you acquire through taking a super amazing birth course (wink!), your birth team is one of the most influential aspects in the outcome of your experience.

 

[3:22] 2 Categories of your birth team

[7:25] Why it's important to know what kind of birth you want and to have supporting information/research when you go to talk to those you love about supporting you in this birth.

[9:44] What do you do if you have some family members that may be imposing themselves on your space but you don't necessarily want them there?

[12:41] Your physical birth team - These people should support you 100%!

[15:09] HOW to find a great...