Birth As We Know It: Recent Episodes

Kiona Nessenbaum

Birth As We Know It is a podcast that is dedicated to sharing birth stories and experiences to help normalize and recognize the different ways in which birth can unfold. You will hear birth stories and experiences from the perspective of the storyteller. That includes birthing people, partners, providers, birth workers, and more! This podcast was created to be a place where people can learn more about pregnancy and birth all while hearing about what really happens in the birth space.

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In this episode, Thad, a partner and father, shares his perspective on what it was like to watch his wife Patty go through multiple pregnancies and how they handled each transition as a couple. He also talks about a bonus birth that he experienced while operating an Army helicopter!

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Tune in to episode 82-Art Almquist-Partner-2 Births-Cesarean-Vaginal-Mikayla & Leif

Resources:

  • Alone and Unafraid: https://www.aloneandunafraid.org/
  • What to Expect When You're Expecting Book: https://a.co/d/2QM9woL
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

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Deb and Norman share how they went from no kids to many through natural conception, also known as their DIY kids, and adoption. They also talk about how the emotions around experiencing pregnancy loss through miscarriages and how that impacts the emotions surrounding the following pregnancy.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Tune in to episode 73-Lindsay Bruggeman-Adoptive Parent- 2 Births-1 Cesarean & 1 Vaginal & 79-Nicky Yazbeck-Adoptive Parent-1 Birth-Jack-The Connected Community Exploring Possibility

Resources:

  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

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Katie dives into the details of the birth she experienced with her son Zion, and talks about how rough postpartum was for her after the traumatic birth she experienced, especially since Zion was diagnosed with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy in addition to the discovery that he has optic nerve hypoplasia.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Tune in to episode 65-Angela Roberts-IVF-Miscarriage-Cesarean-Endometriosis-Preeclampsia-HELLP-Micro Preemie-NICU-Bennett to hear another parent speak about their journey through medical diagnosis.

Resources:

  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Neonatal hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)
  • Optic Nerve Hypoplasia

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Heather dives deep into the details of what each of her three pregnancies was like for her. She also touches on the importance of postpartum support and following your intuition because she had to do so for her second pregnancy, which was her first home birth experience. This led her to discover that her daughter was a footling breech at home. Want to find out what happened? Tune in to this episode and let me know what you find out!

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Tune in to episode 71-Valerie Probstfeld-3 Vaginal Births-NICU-To Mom Is To Love to hear a NICU experience from the birthing parents perspective.

Resources:

  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Breech Baby Presentation
  • Breech Baby Presentation w/ Visual
  • Colic

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Description: Genesis dives into the details of what it was like to find out that her son had an atypical result on the Non-Invasive Paternal Testing (NIPT), which is a genetic test that screens cell-free fetal DNA for certain genetic conditions. Then she goes into the details of the induction that led to the birth of her baby boy, Giovanni.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only, with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Want to hear another birth story? Tune in to 65-Angela Roberts-IVF-Miscarriage-Cesarean-Endometriosis-Preeclampsia-HELLP-Micro Preemie-NICU-Bennett

Resources:

  • Turner Syndrome
  • Klinefelter Syndrome
  • Jacobsen Syndrome
  • Postpartum Rage
  • Tripple Feeding

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Description: Jennifer is a mother to four children. Her fourth child is her daughter, Alyssa, who came into this world with all of the surprises. She was a surprise pregnancy for her parents and came with a very surprising diagnosis of a Giant Omphalocele, which was discovered during the very first ultrasound to determine her gestation! Tune into this episode to hear how Jennifer listened to her intuition and kept standing strong to finish her pregnancy while doing a lot of research on what was to come.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only, with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Want to hear another birth story that involved an unexpected diagnosis? Check outone of our more recent episodes: 84-Maddie & Macka Palmer-1 Birth-Cesarean-Preeclampsia-Cystic Fibrosis-NICU-Maya

Resources:

  • Giant Omphalocele

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Amanda dives deep into her true emotions about finding out she was pregnant so quickly after intentionally trying, and how that impacted her pregnancy and postpartum time with her first daughter, Aila. She also talks about how different each of her births unfolded because of how she prepared ahead of time. Furthermore, she dives into how being an active birth doula while pregnant and needing to birth during the height of COVID impacted her pregnancy care and birth choices and overall experience with her third child, Haiden.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only, with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Want to hear another birth story from a birth worker who is also a mother of three? Check out 58-Kayla Tschumper-3 Vaginal Births-Kennedy, Claire & Emelia-My Birth Choices

Resources:

  • Amanda Clarke-Ray (Birth Doula) : https://amandaclarke-raydoula.com/
  • Katie Rohs (Birth Doula) : https://katierohs.com/
  • Catherine Fenner, IBCLC: http://nurturenewlife.com/about-seattle-ibclc/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • Bucal, Lip & Tongue Tie Info: https://www.firstfoodforbaby.com/tongue-lip--buccal-ties.html

Definitions:

  • Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (DMER)
  • Two Vessel Umbilical Cord
  • Paced Bottle Feeding
  • Supplemental Nursing System
  • Split Nights

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Maddie and Macka take us along on their journey to parenthood as they discovered their daughter Maya was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. At the time of the recording, Maya is only 6 months old. Throughout the episode, you will hear how Maddie and Macka had to uproot their lives for 10 weeks to live in a different city so Maya could get the support she needed immediately after birth. This support included a necessary surgery only 12 hours after Maya was born.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Want to hear another birth story that talks about their journey through postpartum depression? Tune into 38-Athena Estelle-Vaginal Birth-Cecilia-Delivered: Finding Victory After Postpartum Depression Podcast

Resources:

  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • Preeclampsia Foundation: https://preeclampsia.org/
  • Grow NZ: https://nz.growapp.org/
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities: https://rmhc.org/

Definitions:

  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Preeclampsia
  • Ileostomy

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Sierra shares how devastating it was to experience a miscarriage during her first pregnancy and how that impacted how she felt throughout her pregnancy with her daughter Ember. She also touches on how her size, while being completely healthy, leads her providers to treat her differently and push her into an unnecessary induction.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Want to hear another interesting birth story? Tune into 69-Nicole Bulow-Miscarriage-Bell's Palsy-2 Vaginal Births-Solfuel Wellness-Baker & Sophia

Resources:

  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • Preeclampsia Foundation: https://preeclampsia.org/
  • Grow Therapy: https://growtherapy.com/start/get-therapy/
  • Blueberry Pediatrics: https://www.blueberrypediatrics.com/

Definitions:

  • Basil Body Temperature
  • Blighted Ovum
  • White-Coat Hypertension
  • Preeclampsia
  • Manual Placental Removal After Vaginal Birth
  • Cows Milk Protein Allergy

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Art dives into what it was like to watch his wife of 40 years give birth and become a mother to their children more than 20 years ago. He also talks about what it was like to be in the hot seat and to catch their second child per the doctors request. Spoiler alert, he highly encourages all partners to do so if they ever get the chance.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Want to hear another story of a partner catching their baby? Tune into Ep. 23-Samuel Munchrath-Partner-Vaginal Birth-Soren

Resources:

  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • The Miles Circuit: http://www.milescircuit.com/
  • Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/

Definitions:

  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Medical Durable Power of Attorney (DPA)
  • Cell Saver Machine
  • Meconium

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Mackenzie was saddened when she had to get an induction with her first son Jack due to low amniotic fluid levels, but was very surprised when the induction went faster than anyone had expected. Her first birth inspired her to birth with midwives for her second son Teddy. The way that birth unfolded was more than she could have ever imagined.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Hear what it was like for Anni to birth in Japan due to her husband being stationed there.

54 Anni Denzel-2 Births-Termination-Cesarean-VBAC-Military Birth Talk

Resources:

  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • The Miles Circuit: http://www.milescircuit.com/
  • The Positive Birth Company: https://thepositivebirthcompany.com/

Definitions:

  • “Nuchal Hand” Presentation
  • Amniotic Fluid index
  • Membrane /Cervical Sweep
  • Prodromal Labor
  • Hypnobirthing

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Kelly shares how she came up with the idea of the breastmilk-sharing app Share The Drop. She also talks about its impacts on the breast cancer community and families with new babies as well as going into how the search filters work on the app.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

sharethedrop.com

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Carly and Jonathan experienced two very different births with their daughters. Their first daughter Kinsley was an induction at the hospital and the birth of their second daughter Raelynn was an unplanned unassisted water birth at home. Carly trusted her body and listened to her intuition throughout both experiences. Jonathan had some advantages since he was in medical school at the time both of them were born. Tune in to learn why and how this was helpful.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Tune in to Jonathan’s sister’s episodes as well:

16-Sarah Ziroll-3 Births-Cesarean-VBAC-Birth Made Mindful

47-Christina Packard-Miscarriage-6 Cesarean Births-Made Mindful-Etenelle, Avalinne, Olivier, Azazael, Yvette,& Eames

Resources:

  • Made Mindful: https://www.birthmademindful.com/
    • 30% off made mindful birth and 4th trimester courses code: BirthAsWeKnowIt
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • I Was Promised A Baby-Carlos Puga : https://g.co/kgs/zXrLwuR
  • You Make Me Brave-Lauren Daigle: https://youtu.be/AEbhCEks2Jo?si=4BuctLLUBIii4lcd

Definitions:

  • Threatened Miscarriage
  • Nuchal cord
  • Subchorionic Hemorrhage
  • Ferguson / Fetal Ejection Reflex (FER)

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Nicky was birthed into motherhood through adoption, but it was far from easy for her and her husband to have a baby placed with them. The birth mother of their son Jack also had an interesting situation that caused Nicky and her husband to be stuck in California for 3+ weeks before being able to take their baby back home.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Want to hear another adoptive parent story? Tune in to 73-Lindsay Bruggeman-Adoptive Parent- 2 Births-1 Cesarean & 1 Vaginal

Resources:

  • Nicky Yazbeck,CISW: www.nickyYyoga.com
  • The Connected Community: Exploring Possibility:https://www.youtube.com/@TheConnectedCommunity/videos
  • Breast Milk App-Share The Drop: https://sharethedrop.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Adoptive Parent
  • Donor Breast Milk

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Mariela expected to have one child and be done. Little did she know that getting pregnant for a second time unexpectedly 9 years later would lead her to twins and a breast cancer diagnosis. Tune in to this episode to hear Mariela talk about her journey of discovering she was pregnant with twins, that she had breast cancer as well as discussing the importance of mental health.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

For another story about a twin birth for a second pregnancy tune into episode 64-Melissa Llarena-3 Vaginal Births-Twins-Gabriel, Noah & Nicholas.

Resources:

  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • Breast Cancer During Pregnancy
  • Hope for Two: The Pregnant with Cancer Network

Definitions:

  • Identical vs Fraternal Twins
  • Ovary Removal
  • Pregnancy at Age 35 or Older/Advanced Maternal Age (AMA)
  • Cold Capping

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When Ashley found out she was pregnant with twins she was very surprised, but not as surprised as she was when she found out that she was pregnant again. This is because she needed some assistant with getting pregnant the first time and the second time happened unexpectedly without any additional assistance. Tune in to hear the how Ashley did things differently her second time around.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

To hear another VBAC story listen to Ep.16-Sarah Ziroll-3 Births-Cesarean-VBAC-Birth Made Mindful

Resources:

  • All Links for Ashley Holmes:
    • Website: https://holisticfertilitycoachinc.my.canva.site/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley_holmes3202/
    • Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ashley.holmes.3979
    • Yoga Nidra:https://vibly.io/services/yoga-nidra-meditation-ashleyjholmes
    • Holistic Fertility Coach Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/271957647919481/?ref=share_group_link

Definitions:

  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Dichorionic-Diamniotic (Di-Di) Twins
  • Episiotomy

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Even though Jeanelle worked in healthcare as a registered nurse, she still decided that giving birth in the healthcare system was not the safest option for her or her babies. After getting diagnosed with PCOS at 16 and then gestational diabetes during her pregnancy she was put in the high-risk category for pregnancy and birth. Because of this she decided to dive deep into her own research and choose her own path to birth and had both of her children at home unassisted.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Want to hear another story about free birth in Australia? Check out Episode Ep. 42-Ashley Winning-3 Births-Cesarean & Vaginal-Rosie,Annie & Millie

Resources:

  • The Intuitive Parent-Jeanelle Harvey-Bridges: https://www.theintuitiveparent.com.au/
  • The Intuitive Parent Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BFyA6crVb/

Definitions:

  • Unassisted Birth/Free Birth
  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Mucus plug
  • TENS Unit
  • Against Medical Advice (AMA)
  • Lip-Tie
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Cardiotocography
  • Coached Pushing
  • Umbilical Cord Prolapse

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In this episode, Hannah shared her experience with being cared for by out-of-hospital midwives and birthing her son Hunter at a stand-alone birth center. She also talks about how during the immediate postpartum time she had to be transferred to the hospital before being released home to obtain sutures for a 3rd degree vaginal tear.

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To hear another out-of-hospital birth experience tune into episode 56-Kirsten Spitz-2 Vaginal Births-Logan & Lincoln-Apex Chiropractic WA.

Resources:

  • Carlsrud Psychological Services: https://carlsrudpsychologicalservices.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlsrudpsychologicalservices/
    • Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/hannah-carlsrud-emdr-intensives-postpartum-kenmore-wa/1276563
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
    • Hannah Carlsrud: https://psidirectory.com/listing/carlsrud-psychological-services.html
  • Ask family to make a Meal Train: https://www.mealtrain.com/
  • Spinning Babies: https://www.spinningbabies.com/
  • Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts Book: A Healing Guide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers

Definitions:

  • Different Degrees of Perineal Tears
  • Freeze Dried Breastmi

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In this episode, Aly talks about how she emotionally handled caring for and losing her father during her first pregnancy with her son Cristian. She also gives all the details about how her second labor with her daughter Sara did not go as planned because it was extremely fast as well as touching on how her two postpartum experiences differed from each other.

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For another episode related to precipitous birth, tune into episode 63-Tessa & Jeff Sanders-IVF-2 Vaginal Births-Marcela & Rosie-5AM Miracle

Resources:

  • Ally Patrie-Jurado YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@allypatrie-jurado1859
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Trying to Conceive (TTC)
  • Shingles
  • Membrane /Cervical Sweep
  • Tongue-Tie
  • Mastitis
  • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
  • Precipitous Birth
  • Ferguson / Fetal Ejection Reflex (FER)

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In this episode, Lindsay speaks on the assumptions people make when they find out you have gone through the route of adoption to grow your family. She also talks about what it was like to find the two different local families that she matched with in order to grow her family from two to four in less than two years time.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

For more episodes related to adoption check out episode 70-Morgan Harvey-2 Vaginal Births-NICU-Beyond Birthing Doula-Adoptee

Resources:

  • Lindsay Bruggeman-The Hopeful HAP: https://www.thehelpfulhap.com/home
    • Instagram
    • Facebook
  • Breast Milk App-Share The Drop: https://sharethedrop.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Adoptive Parent
  • Donor Breast Milk

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In this episode, Bettina discusses the quick and lovely start to her relationship with her husband and the challenges she experienced while conceiving her third child. Even though she conceived her first two children on the quicker side, Bettina experienced three miscarriages prior to experiencing her final full-term pregnancy with her daughter.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Another great episode to check out is episode 7-Mercedes Snyder-Stillbirth-6 Vaginal Births-Something Beautiful Midwifery Care

Resources:

  • eDoula: https://edoula.com/
  • The Birth Partner-Penny Simkin
  • Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
  • Non-Stress Test (NST)
  • Forceps Delivery
  • Bishop Score
  • Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation
  • Hip Dysplasia

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In the episode, you will hear Valerie talk about her 3 birth experiences. She goes into detail about how challenging her first pregnancy and birth were and how medical bullying played a huge role in her NICU experience. She then goes on to talk about what it felt like to finally have a baby that stayed on her chest without issue after giving birth to her son.

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Like this episode? Check out episode 44-Martha Snyder-3 Vaginal Births-Oliver, Luna & Caspian-Brave Steps Doula Services.

Resources:

  • Valerie Probstfeld: https://www.tomomistolove.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • Suicide Crisis Hotline: 988
  • Taking Care: The Story of Nursing and Its Power to Change Our World-https://g.co/kgs/FqAD6pJ
  • The Little Word Project: https://www.littlewordsproject.com/

Definitions:

  • Best Rest During Pregnancy
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Against Medical Advice (AMA)
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP)

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In this episode, Morgan shares her preterm birth experience with her son Josiah as well as her birth center birth experience with her son Noah. Both babies ended up in the NICU for different reasons. She also dives into how being an adoptee has impacted how she envisions herself as a mother to her own biological children.birthasweknowitpodcast.com/70

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Like this episode? Check out Episode 6-Kristin Travis-IUI-Vaginal Birth-Baby Beam-BEarthMate

Resources:

  • Morgan Harvey Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/deliciouslydopellc
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Fetal Heart Monitoring: Internal & External
  • Amnioinfusion
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Anemia In Pregnancy
  • Back Labor

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In this episode, Nicole shares her experience with loss through miscarriage as well as diving into her two very different birth experiences with her son Baker and daughter Sophia. She goes into detail about how different it was for her to birth in the hospital and then chooses a last-minute homebirth during the prime time of the Covid-19 pandemic.birthasweknowitpodcast.com/69

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Don’t forget to check out episode 23-Samuel Munchrath-PARTNER-Vaginal Birth-Soren

Resources:

  • Nicole Bulow: https://www.solfuelwellness.com/classes/
    1. Be sure to mention that you heard of her from the Birth As We Know It Podcast so you can get your 20% discount
  • Institute for Birth Healing Directory: https://directory.instituteforbirthhealing.com/
  • Floradix Liquid Iron Supplementation (not affiliated)
  • She Births Childbirth Courses:https://shebirths.com/

Definitions:

  • Bell’s Palsy
  • Anemia In Pregnancy
  • Artificial Rupture of Membranes (AROM)
  • Placenta Previa
  • Miscarriage

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In this episode, Mandy shares what it was like to be pregnant for the first time with her daughter Brooke. She dives into detail about a choroid plexus brain cyst scare that happened midway through her pregnancy as well as how her birth went quicker than expected. We end our interview by talking about her current pregnancy at the time of recording.birthasweknowitpodcast.com/68

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Check-out episode 26-Darriean Steady-Miscarriage-2 Births-Vaginal-Cesarean-Kira & Owen

Resources:

  • The Big Book of Organic Baby Food- Amazon (not affiliated)
  • Bridget Teyler Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BridgetTeyler
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Choroid Plexus Cysts
  • Round Ligament Pain
  • Different Trisomies
  • Pain R

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**In this episode, Elliott shares her two preemie birth stories of her daughter Adelaide and her son Brennan. She talks about how being a midwife was both a pro and a con while pregnant and how she learned about her special bicornuate (heart-shaped) uterus.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Elliott Leslie & Liz Fay: Wellspring Midwifery: https://wellspringmidwifery.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Septate Uterus
  • Bicornuate Uterus
  • Manual/External Cephalic Version (ECV)
  • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
  • Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM)
  • Umbilical Cord Prolapse

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In this episode, Kelli talks about her struggles with infertility that led her to the option of IVF. With her first round of IVF failing she turns to adoption and the way she finds a family is not how you would expect. Kelli also shares what it was like to find out she got pregnant naturally by surprise.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Resolve: The National Infertility Association: https://resolve.org/
  • Preeclampsia Foundation: https://preeclampsia.org/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
  • Adoption
  • Foster Care
  • Episiotomy
  • Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
  • Thyroid Cancer

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In this episode, Angela talks about her struggles with conception through IVF due to her late diagnosis of stage 4 endometriosis. She also talks about her micro preemie birth experience with her son Bennet at just 25 weeks gestation in addition to some of the details of how having a tiny sick baby in the NICU was impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Project NICU: https://www.projectnicu.com/
  • Hand to Hold: https://handtohold.org/
  • Preeclampsia Foundation: https://preeclampsia.org/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
  • Chances of Miscarriage Data: https://datayze.com/miscarriage-chart#google_vignette

Definitions:

  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
  • Preeclampsia
  • Endometriosis
  • HELLP Syndrome
  • APGAR Score
  • Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)
  • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)

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In this episode, Melissa shares her two personal birth stories of her three boys. She talks about what it was like to give birth for the first time while being induced and then going on to have a precipitous vaginal twin birth the second time around.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Melissa Llarena: https://www.melissallarena.com/
    1. Mom Founder Imagination Hub (formerly Unimaginable Wellness)
      • https://www.melissallarena.com/podcast/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Precipitous Birth
  • Vacuum Extraction Delivery
  • Twin-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS)
  • Monochorionic/diamniotic (mono/di) twins

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In this episode, Tessa and Jeff share their conception journey with IVF and talk about the two birth stories of their daughters Maisie and Rosie. Let’s just say that both ended up being accidentally unassisted because Tessa utilized hypnobirthing techniques.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Jeff Sanders: https://www.jeffsanders.com/
    1. 5 A.M. Miracle Podcast: https://www.jeffsanders.com/podcast/
  • Hypno-Babies: https://www.hypnobabies-store.com/
  • Ina Mays Guide to Childbirth

Definitions:

  • Antisperm Antibodies
  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
  • Rupture of Membranes (ROM) (Water Breaking)
  • Retained Placenta
  • Precipitous Birth
  • Ferguson / Fetal Ejection Reflex (FER)

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In this episode, Allison dives into how her first birth with her daughter was traumatic and how it led her to become a birth doula. She also shares the the details of how she felt when she was unexpectedly pregnant with her son after being adamant of “one and done” in addition to sharing about her redemptive home birth.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Allison Goyne: https://www.believeinbirthva.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
  • Ask family to make you a Meal Train: https://www.mealtrain.com/
  • The Business of Being Born Film

Definitions:

  • Cord Blood Gasses
  • Neonatal Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
  • Whole Body Cooling
  • Meconium
  • Bloody Show
  • Mucus plug

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In this episode, Karin shares her experience with ectopic pregnancy, trusting her intuition, and dives into the details of the two birth stories of her sons. We also talk about what inspired her to write the memoir, The Ins and Outs of My Vagina.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Karin Freeland: karinfreeland.com
    1. 6-Secrets: karinfreeland.com/6-secrets
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Rupture of Membranes (ROM) (Water Breaking)
  • Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Separation)
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Hernia
  • PUPPP Rash

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In this episode, Meg talks about her three miscarriages and what eventually led her and her husband to the road of IVF. She then goes into detail about what it was like to give birth to her daughter Romy after experiencing some health issues during her pregnancy.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Meg Chappell: Meg The Doula-Swedish
  • Laurie Levy-Doula: https://www.laurielevy.net/
  • Tiffany Renée-Lactation Support: https://www.mahoganypoint.com/
  • Jessica Timins-Acupuncturist: https://www.artemesiahealingarts.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Foley Bulb
  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
  • Preeclampsia
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Shoulder Dystocia
  • Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation

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In this episode, Abrianna speaks on what it's like to support clients in the hospital while still working full-time as an ER nurse. She also touches on the importance of preparation for birth and how strength training, with a professional coach, can help you meet your goals.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Abrianna Canady- Ryze Birth
  • Birth Fit: strength & conditioning training for the motherhood journey
  • The Business of Being Born Film
  • Spiritual Midwifery by Ina May Gaskin

Definitions:

  • Artificial Rupture of Membranes (AROM)
  • Strength Training Personal Record (PR)

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In this episode, Kayla shares 3 personal birth stories as well as how experiencing a precipitous unplanned home birth led her to have a planned homebirth the third time around. She also touches on the breastfeeding challenges she experienced with her first two kiddos and the decisions she made to shift her experience when she breastfed her third.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • My Birth Choices: https://www.mybirthchoices.com/
  • The Business of Being Born Film
  • Ina Mays Guide to Childbirth

Definitions:

  • Mucus plug
  • “Nuchal Hand” Presentation
  • Meconium
  • Precipitous Birth
  • Gestational Diabetes Testing
  • “Let Down” Reflex-Breastfeeding
  • Bloody Show

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In this episode, Lori shares her quick birth experience with her son Sebastian and the lengths her family went through to be by her side. She also dives into the importance of preparing for postpartum during or before your pregnancy and how her personal experience led her to birth work.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Labor With Love Wa: https://laborwithlovewa.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
  • Bradley Method: https://www.bradleybirth.com/

Definitions:

  • Small for Gestational Age (SGA)
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) use on Infants
  • Tongue-Tie
  • Newborn Jaundice

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In this episode, Kirsten talks about getting pregnant in her last year of grad school and how after she gave birth her school was very strict and provided very little accommodations to support her new family. She also talks about what it was like to get pregnant while running a chiropractic business with her husband to then find out the world is shut down by COVID 19 leading them to be concerned about how they will financially afford another child due to the unknown of what the pandemic will bring.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Apex Chiropractic WA: https://www.apexchiropracticwa.com/
  • Pacific Wellness & Lactation: https://www.pwlactation.com/
  • Expecting & Empowered Workout App: https://www.expectingandempowered.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
  • Medi-Honey: Amazon Link (not an affiliate link)

Definitions:

  • Torticollis
  • Tongue-Tie
  • Prodromal Labor
  • Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation
  • Membrane /Cervical Sweep

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In this episode, Kaitlin shares her first birth experience which ended up in an unexpected cesarean even though the care from her team was amazing. She then talks about her redemptive VBAC that led her to a tougher recovery than her first birth in addition to talking about how she ended up working with postpartum families as a postpartum doula.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Kith & Kin Care Collective: www.kak.care
  • “Handbook to Me”: https://www.kithandkincarecollective.com/resources
  • Spinning Babies: https://www.spinningbabies.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
  • Whole Body Pregnancy-Erika Davis: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/
  • Birth Advocacy Doula Training

Definitions:

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis in Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Pelvic Floor Therapy
  • Hypnobirthing
  • Bishop Score
  • Uterine Rupture

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In this episode, Anni speaks on what it was like to have an unexpected cesarean and then dives into the details of what it was like to find out her unborn child in her second pregnancy was diagnosed with Trisomy 18 leading to her and her husband Chris, to make the extremely hard and sad decision to terminate the pregnancy. She then ends her episode by sharing a very positive redemptive VBAC birth story.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Military Birth Talk Podcast: https://www.militarybirthresourcenetwork.org/militarybirthtalk
  • Military Birth Resource Network & Postpartum Coalition: https://www.militarybirthresourcenetwork.org/

Definitions:

  • Pubic Symphysis Pain AKA Symphysis Pubic Dysfunction
  • Manual/External Cephalic Version (ECV)
  • Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT)
  • Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
  • Dilation and Evacuatoin (D&E)
  • Amniocentesis
  • Membrane /Cervical Sweep
  • Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation

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In this episode, Angela talks about what it was like for her to experience her miscarriage and how that impacted her excitement for her future pregnancies. Including the emotions she carried with her as she found out she was unexpectedly pregnant with her third child. She also touches on what it was like to be cared for by out-of-hospital midwives while being considered Advanced Maternal Age.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
  • The Business of Being Born Film
  • Parent Trust Classes: https://www.parenttrust.org/for-families/classes/

Definitions:

  • Pregnancy at Age 35 or Older/Advanced Maternal Age (AMA)
  • Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
  • Chemical Pregnancy
  • Amniocentesis
  • Artificial Rupture of Membranes (AROM)
  • Membrane /Cervical Sweep
  • TENS Unit

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In this episode, Katie goes into detail about her 3 personal birth experiences. She talks about how even though you plan for specific things, they may not always end up that way. She also talks about how her births help guide her as she supports clients as a birth doula, especially since she experienced an unplanned non-emergent cesarean.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Shout Out Info:

  • Nurse-Family Partnership Program: https://www.nursefamilypartnership.org/
  • ChildStrive-Child, Family, Community: https://childstrive.org/

Resources:

  • Treasured Art Of Birth: https://www.tabirth.com/agency/meet-the-team
  • Open Arms Perinatal Services: https://openarmsps.org/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Shoulder Dystocia
  • Gestational Diabetes

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In this episode, Rachelle educates us on what Uterus Didelphys is, when she first learned about it for herself, and how it impacted her conception, pregnancy, and birth journeys. She also goes into detail about both of her birth experiences, one of which was a really wild precipitous vaginal footling breech birth.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Shout Out Info:

  • What Was That Like Podcast: https://whatwasthatlike.com/
  • Besks Backseat To Change Podcast: https://becksbackseat.com/
  • Anderson’s Alert Non-Profit: https://www.andersonsalert.org/

Resources:

  • Wildflower Birthing Services-Rachelle Samia: https://wildflowerbirthingservices.com/
  • Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
  • Spinning Babies: https://www.spinningbabies.com/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • The Bradley Method: https://www.bradleybirth.com/

Definitions:

  • Uterus Didelphys
  • Postpartum Hemorrhage
  • Placenta Previa
  • Placental Abruption

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In this episode, Bri dives into all the details of her 6 personal birth experiences. We discussed how her cervix was considered “incompetent” leading her to need a cervical cerclage for 4 out of 6 of her pregnancies. She also talks about her different experiences in the NICU and about how important bilirubin checks truly are.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
  • Example of Car Bed: https://www.merrittcarseat.com/angelride/

Definitions:

  • Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
  • Amnioinfusion
  • Incompetent Cervix
  • Cervical Cerclage
  • Pulmonary Edema
  • Preemies and Micropreemies
  • Chorioamnionitis
  • Bradycardia Infants and Children
  • Leopolds

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In this episode, Carrie shares how giving birth to her very first son at the young age of 19 inspired her to become a birth worker, how her other two births didn’t go as planned, and how her philosophy around how to practice as a birth doula has changed over the years.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Carrie Kenner: https://carriekenner.com/
    1. Becoming a Birth Doula Online Course
  • Evidence-Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
  • Birthing From Within: https://www.birthingfromwithin.com/team
  • Lamaze Childbirth Education: https://www.lamaze.org/birthing-classes

Definitions:

  • Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation
  • Precipitous Birth
  • Pudendal Nerve Block
  • B.R.A.I.N. Informed Decision Making Guide

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In this episode, Kelly shares how her determination to get the birth she desired led her to choosing a birth location that was 1 hour away from her home, leading to a difficult decision during her labor. She also discusses the importance of being informed on how interventions that happen during the birthing process can have an impact on your breastfeeding experience.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Kelly Durbin, IBCLC-http://protectingyourpotential.com/index.html
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
  • La Lache League USA: https://lllusa.org/
  • La Lache League International: https://llli.org/

Definitions:

  • Torticollis
  • Tongue-Tie
  • Pregnancy at Age 35 or Older/Advanced Maternal Age (AMA)
  • Lactation Amenorrhea

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In this episode, Christina shares she was unable to birth vaginally due to being born with hip displasia leading her to having 6 cesarean births. She shares some of the details for each of those births which includes a breast cancer scare with her 2nd pregnancy, in addition to talking about the importance of being human with and in front of your children to ensure they too can learn about their own emotions and how to navigate them.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Made Mindful: https://www.birthmademindful.com/
    1. 30% off made mindful birth and 4th-trimester courses code: BirthAsWeKnowIt
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International:https://www.postpartum.net
  • Nurse-Family Partnership Program: https://www.nursefamilypartnership.org/
  • ChildStrive-Child, Family, Community: https://childstrive.org/

Definitions:

  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Vernix
  • Lochia
  • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
  • Meconium
  • Stages of labor

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In this episode, I interview registered labor and delivery nurse Kelly Hof. Kelly has over 10 years of experience in this field and speaks on the programs she has created to close the gap between the care that is taking place, and the care that is needed in the hospital setting when people give birth. We also talk largely about the differences in how providers who work in the hospital setting vs. out of the hospital setting practice.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Kelly Hof: https://www.kellyhof.com/
    1. Empowered Birth Program: https://kellyhof.com/empowered
    2. You’re pregnant… now what: https://kellyhof.com/freebie
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net**

Definitions:

  • Shoulder Dystocia
  • What is a Doula?
  • Secondary Trauma & Stress
  • Choosing the right birth location for you

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In this episode, my husband Kumar speaks on our children's three very different birth experiences. He gives his take on our traumatic home birth and how that differed from his thoughts about our birth center birth. He also mentions the pros and cons of how much time you get off postpartum to support your partner after they have given birth.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net\
    1. Specific help for partners: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/family/
  • Paid Family Medical Leave-Washington State: https://paidleave.wa.gov/find-out-how-paid-leave-works/
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers:https://ibewyes.org/
    1. Apprenticeships: https://electricaltrainingalliance.org/locateaTrainingCenter

Definitions:

  • Meconium
  • Co-Sleeping
  • Anemia In Pregnancy

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In this episode, Martha talks about what it was like to give birth with a language barrier in Japan, the unexpected quickness of her 2nd birth, and how being a birth doula helped her gauge what phase she was in during her third birth, which was also precipitous.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Martha Snyder- https://bravestepsdoulaservices.com/
  • Evidence-Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net
  • BabyCenter: https://www.babycenter.com/
  • Kelly Mom: https://kellymom.com/

Definitions:

  • Prodromal Labor
  • Braxton Hicks Contractions
  • Meconium Aspiration Syndrome
  • Fertility Awareness Method

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In this episode, Alexandria talks about how being diagnoses with bipolar disorder at 21 years old impacted her pregnancies. She also unexpectedly experienced postpartum psychosis after her first birth, leading her to intentionally prepare to experience it again after her 2nd birth. She also touches on how experiencing a miscarriage after her first birth caused her to have debilitating depression that continued throughout her subsequent pregnacy.

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Resources:

  • Alexandria Smith: https://momwifeworshiplife.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Baker Act
  • Postpartum Preeclampsia
  • Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
  • Postpartum Psychosis
  • Intrauterine Device (IUD) Birth Control
  • Early/Premature Menopause
  • Infant Acid Reflux

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In this episode, Ashley shares how being a bigger woman in the Australian healthcare system led to both births ending in a cesarean. For her third pregnancy, she felt safest having an unassisted free birth at home. Throughout the episode, she dives into deep detail as to why she made the decisions she did and how her experiences flourished into a business supporting other women in her community.

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Resources:

  • Ashley Winning:
    • The VBAC Home Birth Stories Podcast
    • Programs:
      VBAC Membership Coming Early 2024 – Join Waitlist here
      The Homebirth Group Mentoring – Join here
      Freebies:
      VBAC Homebirth: Fear to Freedom Guide- Download Here
  • Rhea Dempsey Childbirth Educator
  • The Midwives Cauldron Podcast

Definitions:

  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Unassisted Birth/Free Birth
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
  • Rupture of Membranes (ROM) (Water Breaking)
  • Nuchal cord
  • Foley Bulb

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In this episode, Taylor talks about the importance of having a coach guide you through your pregnancy and birth. She touches on how even if things do not go as anticipated, you can still have a positive birth experience due to taking control over the things that matter most.

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Resources:

  • Taylor Nokashere-With You Wellness: https://withyouwellnesskc.com/
  • Driver’s Seat Moms Podcast-Taylor Nosakhere
  • Spinning Babies: https://www.spinningbabies.com/
  • Penny Simkin Classes (out-of-hospital birth and in hospital birth focused classes): https://www.pennysimkin.com/childbirth-classes/
  • Jennie Joseph:
    1. Common Sense Childbirth:https://commonsensechildbirth.org/
    2. National Perinatal Task Force: https://perinataltaskforce.com/
    3. Commonsense Childbirth Institue: https://www.cci.training/
    4. The Perinatal Pause Podcast

Definitions:

  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Cholestasis of Pregnancy

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In this episode, Tabitha talks about the importance of intentionally surrounding yourself with specific people during your birth, what it was like for her to deal with her son’s emergency airlift transfer to Seattle Children’s Hospital, and what her personal struggles were with postpartum depression.

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Resources:

  • The Red Tent-By Anita Diamant: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/4989
  • Faisa Farole-Global midwifery Services:https://www.globalmidwiferyservices.com/
    1. Global Perinatal Services: https://www.globalperinatal.org/
  • Open Arms Perinatal Services: https://openarmsps.org/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Unassisted Birth/Free Birth
  • Kangaroo Care/ Skin-to-Skin
  • Intravenous line (IV) options for newborns
  • Nipple Stimulations During Labor
  • Heart Arrhythmias in Newborns

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In this episode, Whitney shares her three very different birth stories, how the obstetric violence she experienced during her first pregnancy and labor impacted her 2 subsequent births, and how she struggled with postpartum depression, especially after her mother’s suicide soon after the birth of her second child.

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Resources:

  • The Business of Being Born: https://www.thebusinessof.life/the-business-of-being-born
  • Whitney Hardie-Bentonville Birth Services: https://bentonvillebirthservices.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • “Nuchal Hand” Presentation
  • Back Labor
  • Membrane/Cervical Sweep
  • Amnioinfusion
  • Colic
  • Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation
  • Oligohydramnios (Low Amniotic Fluid)

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In this episode, Athena shares her journey of pregnancy, labor and birth. She also shares her struggles of getting the much needed support for her postpartum depression and anxiety, and how it inspired her to create a bolg and podcast for others to have a resource when they are going through postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Delivered: finding victory after postpartum depression-Athena Estelle
  • Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Flat Head Syndrome
  • Torticollis
  • Bipolar Mood Disorder/Mania
  • EMDR Trauma Therapy

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In this episode, Sarah Eizabeth talks about the importance of trusting your body, having self-confidence and always speaking up for yourself to ensure your needs are met and honored throughout your pregnancy, labor and birth. She also emphasized the importance of doing your own research and reaching out to your support network.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • The Art Of Self-Confidence Podcast-Sarah Elizabeth Harrigan
  • Driver’s Seat Moms Podcast-Taylor Nosakhere
  • Calling in “The One”- Katherine Woodward Thomas
  • PICO: Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System

Definitions:

  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Preeclampsia

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In this episode, Taylor talks about how the language barrier she experienced impacted how she was cared for during her pregnancy and birth in France, how after giving birth the first time around changed her expectations for her subsequent births, in addition to touching on some of the physical struggle and the advocating she had to do with breastfeeding, especially the first time around.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • The Birth Partner-Penny Simkin
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net

Definitions:

  • Blood Clot
  • Membrane/Cervical Sweep
  • Different Eating Disorders
  • Body Dysmorphia
  • Nuchal Translucency Scan
  • Different Trisomies
  • Lip-Tie

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In this episode, Masey talks about her emotions when she found out she was pregnant unexpectedly, what it was like choosing her provider and birthing location, in addition to sharing in-depth details about her mentality while giving birth and how she was dealing with postpartum psychosis and bipolar disorder.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Masey Blakemore- Instagram: @ _mama_mase
  • Shannon Smith: Birth Passion Midwifery
  • Rebecca Ellisor-Hypnobirthing Course: Born in Ecstacy
  • Freebirth Society Podcast: https://www.freebirthsociety.com/podcast
  • Doing It At Home Podcast: https://diahpodcast.com/
  • The Radical Birth Keeper School: https://www.freebirthsocietycourses.com/radicalbirthkeeper

Definitions:

  • “Nuchal Hand” Presentation
  • Postpartum Psychosis
  • Bipolar Disorder

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In this episode, I interview Kyle about her two very different birth experiences. She talks about how a birth plan can change after working so hard and how exhaustion can impact your ability to think straight and advocate for yourself. She also goes into detail about her extremely traumatic cesarean birth that was followed by a redemption HBAC!

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Matriarch Birth Photography-Kyle Kaz: https://www.matriarchbirthphotography.com/
  • The VBAC Link Podcast: https://www.thevbaclink.com/podcast/
  • The Business of Being Born: https://www.thebusinessof.life/the-business-of-being-born
  • Firstlight Midwifery care-Dawn & Emily: https://www.tacomabirth.com/home.html
  • The Miles Circuit: http://www.milescircuit.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/

Definitions:

  • “Nuchal Hand” Presentation
  • 4 Primary Different Pelvis Shapes
  • VBAC Recommendations

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In this episode, I had the amazing opportunity to interview Ms. Jennie Joseph about her journey into midwifery, in addition to her own personal experiences with endometriosis, giving birth as a midwife, and postpartum depression. We also discuss the impacts of the healthcare system in the U.S. on black birthing families.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Jennie Joseph:
    1. Common Sense Childbirth:https://commonsensechildbirth.org/
    2. National Perinatal Task Force: https://perinataltaskforce.com/
    3. Commonsense Childbirth Institue: https://www.cci.training/
    4. The Perinatal Pause Podcast

Definitions:

  • Endometriosis
  • African Term: Sankofa
  • Birthing Project USA
  • Dr. Alison Stuebe-The Fourth Trimester Project
  • Occiput Posterior (OP) Presentation
  • Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
  • Hysterectomy
  • Rectovaginal Fistula

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In this episode, I had to opportunity to interview Mauri about the birth of her son Elio. She talks about the adventure of getting from Widbee Island to her hospital in North Seattle during labor and the importance of postpartum preparation.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Books:

  • Taking Charge of Your Fertility-Toni Weschler,MPH
  • Like A Mother-Angela Garbes
  • Bumpin’-Leslie Schrock
  • The Fourth Trimester-Kimberly Anne Johnson
  • The Birth Partner-Penny Simkin
  • Pregnancy Childbirth and The Newborn

Resources:

  • Ginger Chews for Nausea
  • Penny SImkin Childbirth Education Courses
  • Bone Closing Ceremony

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In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview mero sathi, mero Didi, Sujana Gurung. Sajana talks about the concerns of placenta and vasa pervia during her pregnancy. She also speaks about what it was like to have the unexpected experience of labor prior to her scheduled cesarean.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Sujana Gurung:
    1. Business: https://shantithreadingsalon.com/
    2. Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Grgsujana
  • The Fourth Trimester with Priyanka Karki: The Fourth Trimester Youtube Channel
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • PreTRM Test: https://www.pretrm.com/about-preterm-birth/risks-of-preterm-birth/

Definitions:

  • Placenta Previa
  • Vasa Previa
  • Pre-Term Birth
  • Pregnancy After 35

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In this episode, Ruqayyah talks about how supporting her older sister during her labor when she was just 16 years old, impacted her decision to have homebirths with her future children. She also talks about how the support team you choose makes a difference in your birth outcomes.

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Resources:

  • Ruqayyah & Co.:https://www.ruqayyahandco.com/
  • The Business of Being Born: https://www.thebusinessof.life/the-business-of-being-born

Definitions:

  • Back Labor
  • Domestic Violence (DV)
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233

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In this episode, I interview an old classmate from the Midwives College of Utah named Rebecca! She is a full-blown midwife now and it's amazing! She speaks about how her labor process was not as expected since it was the same day she was taking the NARM. She also talks about her massive postpartum hemorrhage and how that impacted her ability to connect with her son immediately postpartum.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Rebecca Greene, CPM-www.greenemidwifery.com
  • Birth Story Medicine- https://birthstorymedicine.com/
  • Monica White-Pelvic Floor Specialist (Iowa)-https://www.pelvic.rehab/physicians/dr-monica-white/

Definitions:

  • North America Registry of Midwives (NARM)
  • Postpartum Hemorrhage
  • Prolapse
  • Pelvic Floor Therapy
  • Introitus
  • Catheter

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In this episode, I had the amazing honor of interviewing both Krista, the intended parent, and Katie, the gestational carrier, for baby Arcadia. Krista and Katie talk about what led them both separately to surrogacy and how and when they met each other in that process. They also talk about how postpartum has been for each of them individually since Krista induced lactation to be able to breastfeed and Krista hindered lactation.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Hello Baby-Katie Domigue: https://www.hellobabyseattle.com/
  • Something Beautiful Midwifery Care: https://www.sbmidwiferycare.com/
  • Lactation Specialist-MaryAnn O’Hara MD, MPH: https://www.seattlebfclinic.com/
  • The Biggest Ask Surrogacy Community: https://www.instagram.com/thebiggestask/

Definitions:

  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
  • Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
  • Embryo
  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Arcuate Uterus
  • Placenta Accreta
  • Breech Baby Presentation
  • Manual/External Cephalic Version (ECV)

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In this episode, Erika gets into all the details about the infertility journey her family had to take, her experiences with extreme postpartum anxiety, and the importance of advocacy and representation in the birth space.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Whole Body Pregnancy-Erika Davis: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/
  • Rooted Birth Doula Services-Davinah Simons: https://www.bornrooted.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Maternal Mortality Rate for Non-Hispanic Black Women-2022

Definitions:

  • Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
  • Postpartum and Antepartum Anxiety
  • Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
  • Postpartum Hemorrhage
  • Fibroids
  • Embryo
  • Trying to Conceive (TTC)
  • Myomectomy

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In this episode, Darriean goes into detail about how different her two birth experiences were. She dives deep into how hard it was for her to decide to have a scheduled cesarean section because she was hoping it would be her redemption birth from a shoulder dystocia with her first.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Definitions:

  • Shoulder Dystocia
  • Trial of Labor
  • Threatened Miscarriage
  • Amniocentesis
  • Prodromal Labor
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • MPS 1 (Hurler Syndrome)
  • Newborn Screening (Washington State)

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In this episode, Muna dives deep into what steps she took when deciding to take the Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) route to become a provider in the birth space. She also speaks on the importance of having a seamless collaboration between in and out of hospital birth providers.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Definitions:

  • Certified Nurse Midwife
  • APGAR Score
  • Pelvic Stations in Labor
  • “Primip” VS “Mulitp”
  • Registered Nurse
  • Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Resource:

  • American College of Nurse Midwife (ACNM): https://www.midwife.org/

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In this episode, I have the privilege of interviewing my step-mom about the births of my younger siblings Daniel & Ana. She goes into detail about what it was like dealing with pregnancy symptoms at the young age of 18, how the symptoms changed between pregnancies, how the energy of your support people impact your labor and what it was like to name my little sister since she was surprisingly a girl!

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Definitions:

  • Morning Sickness
  • Braxton Hicks Contractions
  • Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
  • Urinary Tract Infections During Pregnancy

Childbirth Education Classes:

  • Whole Body Pregnancy: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/childbirtheducation
  • Evidence-Based Birth Classes: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/childbirth-class/
  • The Birthing Inn: https://thebirthinginn.com/parent-education
  • Parent Trust Classes: https://www.parenttrust.org/for-families/classes/
  • Penny Simkin Classes (out-of-hospital birth and in hospital birth focused classes): https://www.pennysimkin.com/childbirth-classes/
  • Build to Birth Course: https://www.builttobirth.com/

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In this episode, Sam gives us his perspective on the birth of his son Soren. He talks about what it was like to find out his wife Monae was pregnant on their honeymoon, how it felt watching her labor from the sidelines, what it felt like for his son to be born directly into his hands as he caught him as he was born, and he gives his input on the best way for partners to prepare for labor and birth.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Definitions:

  • Rupture of Membranes (ROM) (Water Breaking)
  • Nuchal cord
  • Stages of labor

Childbirth Education Classes:

  • Whole Body Pregnancy: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/childbirtheducation
  • Evidence-Based Birth Classes: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/childbirth-class/
  • The Birthing Inn: https://thebirthinginn.com/parent-education
  • Parent Trust Classes: https://www.parenttrust.org/for-families/classes/
  • Penny Simkin Classes (out-of-hospital birth and in hospital birth focused classes): https://www.pennysimkin.com/childbirth-classes/
  • Build to Birth Course: https://www.builttobirth.com/

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In this episode, Anissa dives deep into all 4 of her pregnancies. She talks about the hard decisions that were made when getting an abortion, the emotional rollercoaster of having a miscarriage after an abortion, and the challenges she experienced with preterm birth, a cervical cerclage, and much more.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources in this episode:

  • Melissa Rubin DNP, ARNP: http://www.soundfamilypsychiatry.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Planned Parenthood: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/abortion

Definitions:

  • External Cephalic Version
  • Threatened Miscarriage
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Subchorionic Hematoma
  • Incompetent Cervix
  • Cervical Cerclage
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
  • APGAR Score
  • Colic

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In this episode, Jen goes into detail about how what is going on around you in the world can impact your labor, birth, and postpartum times. She also touches on how her LEEP procedure prior to pregnancy impacted her labor and birth in a way she did not expect.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Wee Welcome Doula & Lactation-Jen Hamilton: https://www.weedoulaseattle.com/
  • Jet City Doulas: https://jetcitydoulas.com/
  • Parent Trust of Washington: https://www.parenttrust.org/
  • Penny Simkin Childbirth Education Classes: https://www.pennysimkin.com/childbirth-classes/
  • Spinning Babies: https://www.spinningbabies.com/
  • PEPS: https://www.peps.org/
  • Families of Color Seattle (FOCS): https://www.focseattle.org/

Definitions:

  • Sacroiliac (SI) Pain in Pregnancy
  • Hormone Panel Blood Tests
  • Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
  • Oligohydramnios (Low Amniotic Fluid)
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Cryosurgery

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In this episode, Monae talks about how her labor and birth went for her son Soren. She talks about the unexpected explosion from her waters rupturing all the way to the unexpected intensity of pushing out her juicy baby into her husband's hands.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • The Thomas Method-The Breastfeeding Program

Definitions:

  • TENS Unit
  • “The Ring of Fire”
  • Antcubital Vein
  • Prolapse

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Faisa Farole, a local midwife in the Greater Seattle Area, has been mentioned in previous episodes by those who adore her. In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing her as she talks about her journey of becoming a midwife, an impactful birth, and what her plans are for the future of our community, with our community.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Faisa Farole-Global midwifery Services:https://www.globalmidwiferyservices.com/
    • Global Perinatal Services: https://www.globalperinatal.org/
  • Something Beautiful Midwifery-Mercedes Snyder: https://www.sbmidwiferycare.com/
  • Wellspring Midwifery Care-Elliot Leslie & Lizz Fay: https://wellspringmidwiferycare.com/
  • Hakima Tafunzi Payne: https://uzazivillage.org/
  • Binta Niang: https://www.myrvcc.org/binta-niang

Midwifery Schools Mentioned:

  • Commonsense Childbirth School of Midwifery:https://commonsensemidwifery.org/
  • Midwives College of Utah: https://www.midwifery.edu/

Definitions:

  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • North America Registry of Midwives (NARM)
  • Certified Professional Midwife (CPM)

Article:

  • Samoli Perinatal Outcome of Washington

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In this episode, I speak with Jadrienne, a student midwife who is nearing the end of her 2nd year of the Midwifery program at Bastyr University. She talks about a few births that impacted her most out of the 30+ births she’s attended so far and how her studies impact her daily life.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Midwives Associations of Washington State (MAWS): https://www.washingtonmidwives.org/
  • The Birthing Inn: https://thebirthinginn.com/
  • Bastyr University Midwifery Program: https://bastyr.edu/academics/midwifery

Definitions:

  • Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM)
  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Uterine Rupture
  • Precipitous Birth
  • 4-Handed Catch
  • Vernix

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In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview my sister Monaé at 39 weeks and 4 days pregnant about symptoms she’s experiencing throughout her pregnancy and how she has been preparing for labor and birth. She also dives into her hopes and expectations for what labor and birth will be like, as it is right around the corner.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • The Thomas Method-The Breastfeeding Program

Definitions:

  • Group B Strep(GBS) in Pregnancy
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT)
  • Y Chromosomes

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Sarah dives deep into her three very different birth experiences and how a last-minute switch in providers and taking advantage of her doula and chiropractor made her VBAC possible.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

Resources:

  • Sarah Ziroll, Owner & Co-founder: https://www.birthmademindful.com/
    • 30% off discount code: BirthAsWeKnowIt
  • Sarah’s personal birth videos:
    • Alexander’s Birth Story
    • Liam’s Birth Story

Definitions:

  • Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
  • Shoulder Dystocia
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Shoulder Dystocia
  • Uterine Rupture
  • TENS Unit
  • Preeclampsia
  • HELLP Syndrome
  • APGAR Score
  • Nuchal cord
  • Chiropractor
    1. Webster Technique
  • American College of Obstetrics (ACOG)
  • Foley Bulb
  • Hypnobirthing

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In this episode, Jazmin dives deep into how her two traumatic birth and postpartum experiences as a Black woman, shined a light on how Black families need better support within our healthcare system. But specifically from people that look like them, leading to her creation of BLKBRY.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Jasmin Williams, Owner of BLKBRY: https://blkbry.com/
  • Being the Village: https://www.beingthevillage.com/
  • Tacoma Urban League: https://thetacomaurbanleague.org/
  • Shades of Divinity: https://www.shadesofdivinity.org/
  • Shades of Motherhood: https://www.theshadesofmotherhoodnetwork.org/

Definitions:

  • Rh Factor
  • Prolapse
  • Yeast Infections
  • Hypo-Thyroid
  • Hoshimotos
  • Mucus plug
  • Dilation and Curettage D&C)
  • Domestic Violence (DV)
  • Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC)
  • African American Vernacular English (AAVE)

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I was over the moon to interview my sister Aushanaé about the birth of my beautiful niece Nikoma for this week's episode. We dive into some of her pregnancy complications, struggles with self-confidence during pregnancy, why she chose the epidural even though that was not her plan and her family’s traumatic experience with a tongue-tie revision.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Tongue Tie Revision- MaryAnn O’Hara MD, MPH: https://www.seattlebfclinic.com/
  • Dr. Esther Miran Park-Hwang-Tacoma General

Definitions:

  • Group B Strep(GBS) in Pregnancy
  • Shoulder Dystocia
  • Gestational Diabetes

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  • Real Food For Gestational Diabetes-Lily Nicholes
  • Real Food For Pregnancy-Lily Nicholes

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In this episode, I reconnect with a previous doula client named Erin. Erin talks about her struggle of getting pregnant in her mid-thirties and how the opportunity to try IVF fell into her lap. She also dives into the details of what made her most comfortable and what made her proud during her labor and birth.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources mentioned are listed below:

  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
  • Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
  • Episiotomy
  • Emesis
  • Chemical Pregnancy

Childbirth Education Classes:

  • Whole Body Pregnancy: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/childbirtheducation
  • Evidence-Based Birth Classes: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/childbirth-class/
  • The Birthing Inn: https://thebirthinginn.com/parent-education
  • Parent Trust Classes: https://www.parenttrust.org/for-families/classes/
  • Penny Simkin Classes (out-of-hospital birth and in hospital birth focused classes): https://www.pennysimkin.com/childbirth-classes/
  • Build to Birth Course: https://www.builttobirth.com/

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  • The Birth Ball-Birthing Ball for Pregnancy and Labor
  • 50 Pack Emesis Bag, Disposable Vomit Bag

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In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing a good friend of mine named Jess. They are a birth doula, a postpartum doula, and an artist. We dive into why they became a birth professional in addition to discussing a recent birth experience that stuck out to them from a birth doula's perspective.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Ritual Birth- Jess Artigliere: https://ritualbirth.com/
  • The Miles Circuit: http://www.milescircuit.com/
  • Meal Train: https://www.mealtrain.com/
  • Sound Babies: https://www.soundbabies.com/
    1. Has an upcoming Doula Meet & Greet event on July 8th 2023
  • Evidence-Based Birth Podcast: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-based-birth-podcast/

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In this episode, we dive deep into the details of Kendra’s personal experience of miscarriage, getting a double rainbow baby surprise, and how she advocated really hard for herself during her pregnancy and had a strong support team on her side, which led to an amazing vaginal twin birth experience in the hospital operating room.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Interurban Chiropractic- Kendra Buchholz: https://www.interurbanchiropractic.com/
  • Ali Lewis, MD, FACOG-https://www.uwmedicine.org/bios/ali-lewis#about-tab

Definitions:

  • Dichorionic-Diamniotic (Di-Di) Twins
  • Breech Baby Presentation
  • Hypnobirthing
  • Miscarriage

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Book resources mentioned in this episode:

  • What to Do When You're Expecting Two- Natalie Diaz: https://amzn.to/3mxthXn
  • The Holistic Guide to Twin Pregnancy-BreAnn Blehm: https://amzn.to/43OMioW
  • The Fourth Trimester-Kimberly Ann Johnson: https://amzn.to/3of8po6

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In this episode, Rita shares her personal experience with a hospital birth that didn’t go as she had anticipated. She goes into detail about being pregnant while living in a different state from her family, what it was like to birth at a hospital that was far away from her home, and how she felt her support during labor could have been better.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Rita Sakharov-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missritajane/?hl=en

Definitions:

  • Braxton Hicks Contractions
  • Breech Baby Presentation
  • Manual/External Cephalic Version (ECV)
  • Membrane/Cervical Sweep
  • Mastitis
  • Placenta Encapsulation

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  • Book Resources for this episode:
    • Ina Mays Guide to Childbirth: https://amzn.to/4023e92

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Siena is a birth and postpartum doula who has been practicing in the birth field for 6+ years and is the owner of Conscious Nurturer. In this episode, Siena dives into some complications she had in her first pregnancy that led to her needing a C-section and how she followed that experience with a vaginal birth after a cesarean (VBAC), and a home birth after a cesarean (HBAC).

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/
  • Conscious Nurturer-Siena Butler: https://www.instagram.com/consciousnurturer/

Definitions:

  • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
  • Amniocentesis
  • Prodromal Labor
  • Prolapse
  • Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT)
  • Different Cesarean Incisions
  • Different Degrees of Perineal Tears
  • Trial of Labor
  • TENS Unit
  • Gates Theory

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In this episode, I am honored to share the 6 birth stories from my good friend, chosen sister, and midwife Mercedes. Mercedes speaks of her personal experience with stillbirth, hospital transfers, birth center births, and home births. She also touches on the differences she felt while under the care of a midwife versus the providers in the hospital.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Something Beautiful Midwifery Care- Mercedes Snyder: https://www.sbmidwiferycare.com/
  • Evidence Based Birth: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/

Definitions:

  • Stillbirth
  • Amnioinfusion
  • Postprandial Hyperglycemia
  • Biophysical Profile (BPP)

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Kristin has been working as a birth doula for 6 years and has attended over 155 births. In this episode, Kristin dives into detail about her personal journey of how she chose to be a single mother with Intrauterine Insemination, how the pregnancy wasn't as she expected it to be, and how her birth felt empowering.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Birth Doula- Kristin Travis: https://www.BEarthmate.com/
  • Open Arms Perinatal Servies: https://openarmsps.org/
  • Doula-Jazmin Bryant: https://www.jazzybeandoula.com/
  • Perinatal Support of Washington: https://perinatalsupport.org/
  • Quilted Health: https://www.quiltedhealth.com/
  • Maia Midwifery-Kristin Liam Kali, LM: https://maiamidwifery.com/
  • Maternal Mortality Rate for Non-Hispanci Black Women-2022

Definitions:

  • Intrauterine Insemination
  • TENS Unit
  • Shoulder Dystocia

Song Referenced:

  • The First Time Ever I saw Your Face-Roberta Flack

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In this episode, Blaine talks about her experiences with hospital birth, unassisted/free birth, and home birth. We dive into how being a family of color impacted how she was treated while giving birth in a hospital setting and discuss how ticky delivering a placenta can sometimes be.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • PNW Apothecary-Blaine Bennet: https://www.pnwapothecaryshop.com/
  • Birth Doula- Kristin Travis: https://www.BEarthmate.com/
  • Open Arms Perinatal Servies: https://openarmsps.org/
  • Global Midwifery Services-Faisa Farole: https://www.globalmidwiferyservices.com/
  • Whole Body Pregnancy-Erika Davis: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/

Definitions:

  • Pica In Pregnancy
  • Unassisted Birth/Free Birth
  • Postpartum Hemorrhage
  • Trilobed Placenta
  • Polydactyl Fingers
  • TENS Unit

The links in the section below are affiliate links. This means I get a small compensation from the companies that are linked as a “thank you”. There is no additional cost to you, however. I appreciate your support!

Book Resources Mentioned in this episode:

  • Ina Mays Guide to Childbirth: https://amzn.to/4023e92
  • Spiritual Midwifery: https://amzn.to/3n5Jovb
  • Unassisted Childbirth: https://amzn.to/3yNaMRd

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In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing my oldest and 9-year-old daughter Kavina about her being present at her sibling's births. She was an active part of the team during both of the births. Once at just 4 years old and once and 8 years old. She mentions the good, the bad, and the ugly!

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no intention of giving or replacing any medical advice. I, Kiona Nessenbaum, am not a licensed medical professional. All advice that is given on the podcast is from the personal experience of the storytellers. All medical or health-related questions should be directed to your licensed provider.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Midwife- Mercedes Snyder: https://www.sbmidwiferycare.com/
  • Birth Doula- Kristin Travis: https://www.BEarthmate.com/
  • Maternity & Birth Photography- Gabi Iazzetti:https://iazzettiphotos.com/

The links in the section below are affiliate links. This means I get a small compensation from the companies that are linked as a “thank you”. There is no additional cost to you, however. I appreciate your support!

  • Pregmate (50) Pregnancy test strips: https://amzn.to/3kr3gYp
  • Clearblue Digital Pregnancy Tests- 3 pack: https://amzn.to/3IYzQdE

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In this episode, I talk about how my third pregnancy and birth truly took me by surprise. I dive into my birth experience at a private birth center with an amazing birth support team and how it differed from my previous birth experiences. The universe really showed me how unique each pregnancy and birth can truly be.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Midwife- Mercedes Snyder: https://www.sbmidwiferycare.com/
  • Birth Doula- Kristin Travis: https://www.BEarthmate.com/
  • Vaginal Steaming: Ebony Dixon-Padilla
    1. Facebook: Https://www.facebook.com/SacredwaterdoulaLLC
    2. Instagram: Https://www.instagram.com/sacredwaterdoulallc/
  • Tongue Tie Revision- MaryAnn O’Hara MD, MPH: https://www.seattlebfclinic.com/
  • Maternity & Birth Photography- Gabi Iazzetti:https://iazzettiphotos.com/

Other resources I utilized during this pregnancy and forgot to mention are listed below:

  • Powerful Placenta: https://www.powerfulplacenta.com/
    • The resource I used for placenta encapsulation this pregnancy
  • Another resource I used a lot during this pregnancy was the Facebook “Buy Nothing” groups that were local to me. Search up “Buy Nothing insert neighborhood community here” on Facebook and you should find a local group you can join.

The links in the section below are affiliate links. This means I get a small compensation from the companies that are linked as a “thank you”. There is no additional cost to you, however. I appreciate your support!

  • Pregmate (50) Pregnancy test strips: https://amzn.to/3kr3gYp
  • Clearblue Digital Pregnancy Tests- 3 pack: https://amzn.to/3IYzQdE

Support the showThank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you liked this podcast episode, don’t hesitate to share it and leave a review. It really helps bring the podcast up for others to find and listen to as well.

If you want to share your own birth story or experience on the Birth As We Know It Podcast, head over to https://kionanessenbaum.com or fill out this Guest Request Form.

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Home birth can be amazing but sometimes there are challenges as well. In this episode, I talk about how I ended up working with my desired birth support team. I also dive deep into my birth experience with Kairo and how my perfect home birth did not end as expected.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  • Birth Doula-Kristin Travis: https://www.BEarthmate.com/
  • Midwife-Tinneca Fortin: https://www.tinnecafortin.com/

Other resources I utilized during this pregnancy and forgot to mention are listed below:

  • Sacred Pregnancy: https://www.sacred-pregnancy.com/
    • The resource I used for supportive pregnancy classes and placenta encapsulation
  • Whole Body Pregnancy: https://www.wholebodypregnancy.com/
    • The resource I used for Prenatal Yoga and access to Childbirth Education Classes

The links in the section below are affiliate links. This means I get a small compensation from the companies that are linked as a “thank you”. There is no additional cost to you, however. I appreciate your support!

  • Reusable Hand Warmers: https://amzn.to/3lPYcgy

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As the very first episode of this podcast, I thought it would only make sense to start out with my own personal birth experience. In this episode, I discuss the ins and outs of what my very first pregnancy and birth were like for me at just 19 years old. I go in-depth about my support system of family and friends and I talk about one of the scariest moments I experienced as a brand new parent.

The resources I mention in this episode are listed below:

  1. Nurse-Family Partnership Program: https://www.nursefamilypartnership.org
  2. Breast Pump Resource: Click the link below to purchase a pump or to see if your breast pump can be covered by your health insurance. https://aeroflowbreastpumps.com

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In this introduction episode, you will learn that the Birth As We Know It podcast is different than all other birth story podcasts. That is because I focus on collecting birth stories and experiences that take us on a journey through the lens of the storyteller. I have gathered stories and experiences from birthing people, partners, providers, and more. I would love for you to join me as we dive deep into what actually happens in the birth space. 

Thank you so much for listening! Do you want to share your story or experience on the Birth As We Know It Podcast? Head over to kionanessenbaum.com or fill out this Guest Request Form.