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Water is Mother Nature's epidural and has the ability to bring sweet relief and relaxation throughout the birth process. In this episode, we break down the safety of using water for birth, including giving birth in the water, understanding the policies and practices for your birthplace, when to jump in, how to use it effectively, and we even share our personal experiences from our own water births!

 

[4:58] Is a baby being born into water safe?

[7:02] Who can and cannot get into the water

[8:23] Know the policies and practices of your birthplace - Hospital

[10:49] Know the policies and practices of your birthplace - Birth Center/Home

[13:25] When to jump into the water!

[18:32] Two times to get into the water before hitting the "sweet spot"

[21:57] How to use the shower during active labor

[26:58] Using the tub during labor

[28:42] What should I wear in the tub?

[29:52] Stephanie's experience with laboring in a birth tub (at home)

[33:35] Cortney's experience with...

 

Strong, powerful, determined, and in-charge - if this sounds familiar then you might be a Type 8 mom and we definitely have a thing or two you want to hear when it comes to prepping for and giving birth!

 

[4:40] Your Strengths, even if you intimidate us a tiny bit...

[11:57] Watch out!

[15:10] Tips for Partner

[19:07] Why you'll love the My Essential Birth Course

 

 

If you...

• are pregnant and wondering what Gestational Diabetes is
• are coming up on your Gestational Diabetes test
• have been diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes

...we cover everything you need to know with Diabetes Specialist, Karina Robinson, in this episode! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for even more great info head over check out our totally FREE Pregnancy Exercise Guide & other incredible downloads at www.myessentialbirth.com.

[1:54] Get to know Karina Robinson, Diabetes Specialist

[3:07] A little about her Gestational Diabetes Course

[3:47] What is Gestational Diabetes?

[5:16] How GD differs from Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes

[5:36] Who is at risk for having Gestational Diabetes

[6:19] What you can do to prevent it!

[7:58] The 1 hour and 3-hour test

[9:30] What if I fail the 1-hour test?

[11:07] The main concerns for baby if mom is diagnosed with GD

[13:35] Options for mom, including home birth

[14:15] Karina's Birth Stories with...

 

We are excited to continue our Birth + Enneagram series and this week our focus is on our loyal & responsible Type 6 mamas! We know how loyal and committed you are to your beliefs and the people you love, so we hope you know how much we support you and never want you to feel alone throughout this journey. 

 

[2:48] Your Strengths

[7:15] Watch Out!

[14:50] Tips for the Partner

[20:00] Why You'll Love the My Essential Birth Course

 

 

 

If you are pregnant and preparing to give birth during the COVID-19 global pandemic, this episode is for you! With many hospitals pulling back birth support we are getting so many questions about what mothers should do. This episode will help you prepare, as needed, for a birth with less birth support.

 

[2:08] Can you really "prepare" to have less support for birth?

[3:38] Listening to these podcasts are part of the foundation you are laying for your birth prep.

[5:48] Your partner should be prepared, especially if they are your only birth support + prepare other birth support in case your partner has signs/symptoms of COVID-19 and is unable to attend your birth with you

[7:31] HOW you prepare! - Some of our favorite books and podcast episodes.

[8:32] Birth videos + IG Content

[9:15] FREE Downloads from us to prepare you

[11:04] Know what it is evidence-based or not + stay healthy & low-risk so you have more options

[11:57] Decrease stress, yoga, and...

 

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!

 

 

Being pregnant is so much fun and we can prove it! Jump into this episode with us and learn about all the fun, disturbing, embarrassing, downright laughable things you have to look forward to as that baby and belly grow.

 

[2:35] Breasts, nausea, weight gain stretch marks + stuffy noses

[9:25] Sensitivity to smells, warmer body temp, and yes, your feet may grow 

[16:00] Prenatal Depression, yes it's a thing

[17:32] Constipation and other happenings downstairs

[20:55] Leg cramps, metallic tastes, and too many pillows

[24:42] Ridiculous pregnancy dreams

[28:49] Unsolicited advice - what's the quote about opinions being like bumholes?...everyone has one. HA!

[32:00] Remember the good

[33:06] Be Kind Anyways - Adapted by us from Mother Teresa

 

 

Well Type 5 mamas, your quiet confidence and plan to forge your own path is about to pay off in the birth space. Get ready, because this one is straight to the point...just like you like it!

 

[3:43] Your strengths and how we relate them to a horror movie? 

[8:41] Watch Out!

[11:00] Advice For Partners!

[13:53] Why You'll Love the My Essential Birth Course

 

 

We love talking about all things birth, but there a few things you need to know after birth in order to make an informed decision for your baby. This episode goes over the basics of what will be offered or required for baby within their first 24-48 hours of life.

 

[3:54] Delayed Cord-Clamping

[5:19] What cord-milking is and why it isn't a best practice for baby.

[7:52] Why immediate skin to skin has so many benefits for mom and baby.

[9:42] Hepatitis B Immunization

[12:09] Vitamin K Injection + Oral Vitamin K

[14:08] Erythromycin eye ointment

[16:13] Washing your baby - not necessarily a procedure, but the evidence to wait is pretty good!

 

 

We have good reason to think that Enneagram 7 women are birthing rockstars! They are optimistic about everything, quick learners, and they are curious about allll the many birthing options available. Curious what an Enneagram 7 mama needs to know to achieve her best birth? Take a listen!

 

[4:37] Enneagram 7 strengths

[7:56] Watch out for these!

[8:25] Why re-framing the word "pain" will make a huge difference for you.

[13:19] Your favorite place to give birth!

[16:32] Tips and tricks for your partner

[19:00] Why Type 7 mamas love the My Essential Birth Course