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13 Feb 2022
Episode 54 - Vaginal Breech VBAC birth in an MLU - Louisa's story
In this episode, I am chatting to Louisa, a mum of 3, who recently gave birth in a Midwife Led Unit to a breech baby.
Louisa had a C-section with her first baby who was also breech and then went on to have a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Caesarean) for her 2nd.
Her preparation for her 3rd baby was very thorough, in order to achieve a similar experience to her 2nd birth.
After realising at the end of the pregnancy that her baby was breech, and clearly very comfortable in that position, she sought out help and support to achieve a vaginal breech birth.
She looked into the opti breech project and talked to others like Kemi @kemibirthjoyjohnson, Laura @laura_lemontreebirth Zara @doulabud and Sheryl @simply_natal_healing_birth. She also listened to Dr Stu @birthinginstincts on the Better Birth podcast and used the skills of her hypnobirthing teacher from @loveyourbirth_training.
Find your nearest hospital that supports vaginal breech birth - https://optibreech.uk
You can follow Louisa - @louisa_for_baby_for_me
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-
Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://bit.ly/Labouroflove
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a mother. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
27 Feb 2022
Episode 56 - Maternity Services Past and Present - With Midwife Sheena Byrom
In this episode, I am chatting to the lovely Sheena Byrom, as she shares her story of working in the maternity system, and what it has been like from the 1970's - to the current day.
Sheena talks of her time as a student, and how her career has led her through many different roles, finally becoming the head of midwifery for a large trust - which included setting up 3 midwife-led units. Her insights were fascinating, and it wasn't always easy for Sheena as she describes terrible bullying and a 9-year court case that affected her whole family. She now works hard to bring focus to respectful midwifery care and works alongside her daughter Anna producing valuable resources and information for both midwives and parents.
For Midwives - https://www.all4maternity.com
For Parents - https://www.all4birth.com
Instagram - @sheena_byrom
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a midwife. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
06 Mar 2022
Episode 57 - The Motherhood Journey with Aimee Strongman
In this week's episode, I am talking to the lovely Aimee Strongman from Glow Yoga in Dorset. She shares with us her wisdom on the motherhood journey, taken from her pregnancy yoga classes - which helps support the women who attend her sessions, to tune into their instincts and incorporate the tools she offers on the mind, body connection.
As a pregnancy yoga teacher, Aimee really understands the importance of breathwork and relaxation. During our conversation, she offers many tips and suggestions to make pregnancy and birth a more spiritual experience, and she guides us through a beautiful breathing technique.
Aimee offers pregnancy retreats in Dorset, vision board sessions, and mother circles.
Aimee's website - https://www.glowyoga.co.uk
Instagram - @glowyoga_studio
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a mother. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
13 Mar 2022
Episode 58 - Laura's story - Hyperemesis Gravidarum and Home Breech Birth during Covid
In this week's episode, I am chatting with Laura Berkeley who shares with us her journey through two very different pregnancy and birth experiences - where she suffered hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) and had a vaginal breech birth at home with her second baby during Covid.
Laura gives great tips and information about becoming a mother and what has worked well for her since the birth of her first child. Laura is a trained hypnobirthing teacher and doula.
Laura's website - https://thelemontreebirth.co.uk
Follow Laura on Instagram @laura_thelemontreebirth
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a mother. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
20 Mar 2022
Episode 59 - In Conversation with Dr Jenna Brough - What is 'Normal' and how it relates to Childbirth and the Postpartum Period
In this week's episode, I am chatting with Dr Jenna Brough who is a perinatal clinical psychologist. We get into a deep discussion about the term 'normal' and how it relates to birth. How medicalised birth and intervention is seen as the norm and how most recommendations for intervention are based on fear of litigation.
Book a session with Jenna https://linktr.ee/tribepsychology
You can find Jenna on Instagram @tribepsychology
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a mother. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
27 Mar 2022
Episode 60 - Q & A session with Sallyann - Physiological birth, Induction, Breastfeeding, Doulas and much more...
In the last episode of Season 2, I am answering some of the questions that were sent to me by my listeners. I am covering information on birth preparation, birth partners, vaginal examinations, induction of labour, doulas, breastfeeding and much more...
It can be so helpful to listen to the many unexpected nuggets of information that come up when questions are being answered.
I will be back with Season 3 in a few weeks - so subscribe now to make sure you don't miss out on the next episode when it's released.
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
25 Sep 2022
Episode 61 - Understanding All 3 Ways You Can Give Birth
I am back with Season 3 of the podcast, and in this episode I am flying solo. I wanted to record this episode alone and share with you all my personal stance on the difference between the three ways you can give birth. I believe it is essential for every pregnant woman or person to fully understand their options when planning for birth so that when you know the 3 different types of birth, you can prevent yourself from accidentally accepting interventions or procedures without realising the consequences of those decisions. Stepping into your power and taking ownership of your birth is what can make it a positive experience.
I hope you enjoy this episode. If so, please leave a 5 *rating and review and share it with your friends and on social media. You can tag me @thultimatebirthpartner
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
02 Oct 2022
Episode 62 - Pregnancy, Periods and Self-Care with Herbalist and Midwife Rosemary Umolu
In this week's episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Rosemary Umolu. Rosemary is a Midwife & Herbalist helping women get rid of period pains. Her love of nature & reproductive health inspired her to become a midwife, combining herbal knowledge and traditional skills to help women birth safely.
We spoke of her journey to becoming a herbalist, the importance of self-care, her role as a midwife, and how to take ownership when it comes to your life and your birth.
This is a truly wonderful episode which I hope you enjoy as much as I did.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guest, based on her own experiences as a herbalist and midwife. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
09 Oct 2022
Episode 63 - Unwanted Induction of Labour with the Schoenberg Family
Hayley and Katja Schoenberg bravely share their story of conceiving using donor sperm, going through a pregnancy during covid times, and having an unwanted induction of labour for a predicted big baby, which lead to a traumatic birth experience for them both.
This isn't an easy story to hear, but it's essential for both you and your partner to understand so you can try to avoid going through many of the devastating procedures and interventions that caused this trauma.
You can follow Hayley and Katja on Instagram @theschoenbergfamily
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences as mothers. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
16 Oct 2022
Episode 64 - Owning Your Birth - A Chat (and a rant) with Doula Daisy Dinwoodie
In today's episode, I am chatting about all things birth with the lovely Daisy Dinwoodie, a fellow doula, and pregnancy yoga teacher. We chat about our role as doulas and offer birth stories and experiences about anything from c-section to free birth. We laugh about the idea that many care providers think they offer shared decision making and we offer words of advice to pregnant women and their partners about how to take ownership of their birth experiences.
If you enjoy this jam-packed episode - please leave a 5 *rating and review and share it with your friends.
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences as mothers. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for all women so listeners must do their own research before making decisions.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
23 Oct 2022
Episode 65 - Birth Story - Planning a Home Birth with Your First Baby - Yazz's Story
In this week's episode, I am chatting with new mum Yazz Salah, who shares her story of planning and achieving a homebirth with her first baby. The preparation of her birth partner was integral to her success, and despite a few bumps in the road, Yazz had a beautiful birth - at home.
If you enjoy this episode - please leave a 5 *rating and review and share it with your friends.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
20 Nov 2022
Episode 69 - Midwife Lydia shares her experience of working as an NHS Continuity Midwife
In this week's episode, I am enjoying a conversation with the lovely Lydia who is an NHS midwife in Birmingham. Lydia shares her experience of being a continuity midwife, pregnancy yoga teacher, and hypnobirthing instructor who is also now pregnant and expecting her first baby.
We chat about a wide range of topics relating to her role as a midwife and her own preparation for birth and that of her birth partner.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
30 Oct 2022
Episode 66 - Gestational Diabetes and Pregnancy Nutrition with Lily Nichols RDN
In this episode I am chatting with Lily Nichols RDN who shares with us why it's useful to know more about the foods you eat and how they can affect your blood sugar levels. We spoke in detail about the different screening methods for Gestational Diabetes and why it's important to understand what each test is for - so you will know if you want to accept or decline. Lily also gave tips on how to improve your diet and lessen the chances of being diagnosed with gestational diabetes in general or other complications of pregnancy like high or low fluids, pre eclampsia. We also covered what to eat when on a budget and what you might like to consider if you are a vegan and want to increase certain nutrients in your diet.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
Poppy Child from @popthatmumma shares her experience of giving birth in the NHS maternity system. Poppy's birth is inspirational - however, there were a few twists and turns. This is a really great story that will help you to identify some key reasons why you should always follow your body during physiological birth because Poppy almost lost out on her dream birth at the final hurdle.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
In this episode, I am chatting with the incredible Anna Verwaal who shares her thoughts and feelings about the lasting imprints that live within us from our own time in the womb and the birth experiences we have.
Anna talks about conscious conception and how we can help support our children to come into being with the most optimal conditions possible because we can work on and ideally eliminate many of the fears that live within us, and so much more...
There is an abundance of wisdom in this episode, and I am constantly blown away by the knowledge I gain when I hear Anna speak. You might want to take notes about your own thoughts and feelings that arise when you hear this conversation.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
27 Nov 2022
Episode 70 - Induction of Labour and The Arrive Trial with Dr Sarah J Murphy
In this episode, I am chatting all things Induction with Dr. Murphy who has very bravely agreed to come on and share with us what the Arrive Trial was about and how it has dramatically changed practice within maternity services across the world - and definitely not for the better (in my opinion).
Choosing to accept or decline an induction is a very personal decision - but it's hard to make a well-informed decision when you are not exposed to ALL the facts about why an induction might be offered to you, and what risks are involved in choosing the procedure. I hope you enjoy this discussion.
Find Dr. Sarah J Murphy on Instagram @drsarahjmurphy
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
04 Dec 2022
Episode 71 - Orgasmic Birth with Debra Pascali-Bonaro
In this episode, I am chatting with Debra Pascali-Bonaro about Orgasmic Birth.
Debra and I get into a wonderful conversation about what is an orgasmic birth - and how we can benefit from learning more about the body's capabilities of giving birth in a pleasurable way.
The more we talk openly about our body and our body parts, the more we can recognise how to enjoy birth, and embrace the sensations we feel instead of allowing fear to dominate.
We also discuss the role of the birth partner and Debra offers some amazing tips in preparation for a fabulous birth with lots of oxytocin in mind.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
11 Dec 2022
Episode 72 - In Conversation with Dr. Nathan Riley - The Holistic OBGYN
In this week's episode, I am chatting to Dr. Nathan Riley AKA The Holistic OBGYN.
We have a really open and honest discussion about so many aspects of Nathan's journey into becoming an MD who specialised in Obstetrics, and how and why he is now working privately.
Nathan has some incredible insights into his work, and he also shares with us how tough it was when it was time for his first child to be born.
We get into some really deep conversations about birth, death, autonomy, safety, and much more. I hope you enjoy this episode. Let us know
You can find Nathan on Instagram @nathanrileyobgyn
Or via his website - http://belovedholistics.com
Use the code Ultimate10 to recieve 10% off any of his services.
Nathan is also currently accepting pre-paid enrollees into his upcoming Born Free Method course.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
18 Dec 2022
Episode 73 - Caesarean Birth with Divina Johnson the C-Section Coach
In this episode, I am talking about all things C-section with the C-section coach Divina Johnson.
We talk in detail about Divina's three very different C-section experiences, two of which were very traumatic. In addition, we chat about her third very healing birth which led to her becoming the C-section coach and supporting others to have a positive abdominal birth.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
08 Jan 2023
Episode 74 - Q and A Session with Sallyann - Pushing, Safety Word, Pets & Kids, Homebirth, Tearing and much much more...
In this week's episode of the podcast, I am answering a variety of questions about giving birth, with topics that include - What to do if you experience a plateau in labour and you feel an urge to push, the use of a safety word, how to keep your energy up when birth is long, how a birth partner or doula should behave during the birth, should you have more than one birth plan and much much more...
Please continue to send in your questions for future episodes so I can support you in preparing for your dream birth.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
15 Jan 2023
Episode 75 - Physiological Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles
In today's episode, I am giving you a quick run-through of the 5 Key Physiological Principles that make up the book The Art of Giving Birth. I am delighted to give you a brief overview of each principle and outline what is covered in the book.
Don't forget you can download the Introduction and Chapter One for FREE before deciding if this book is for you.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
22 Jan 2023
Episode 76 - Hospital Birth & Freebirth with Victoria from @freetobirth
In this week's episode, I am chatting with the lovely Victoria from @freetobirth, who shares the stark difference between her two births. One was a planned homebirth that moved to hospital and the other was a planned homebirth that progressed to a freebirth.
Victoria candidly shares how her lack of birth preparation affected her ability to cope in her first birth experience and she also didn't understand that she could advocate for herself in the circumstances she was in and decline interventions that were offered to her.
Throughout her second pregnancy however, Victoria did a lot more research and felt more empowered to have the birth of her dreams with the support of her partner and doula.
These two very different birth experiences has led Victoria to her setting up her group 'Freetobirth', and she also offers antenatal courses to help others succeed at achieving their dream birth at home - if this is what they are planning.
You can find Victoria on Instagram @freetobirth
Podcast - Normal boring free birth for normal boring people
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
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Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
In this episode, I am chatting with birth cartographer Catherine Bell. Catherine shares with us what a birth map is and how she came up with the idea. She also explains in detail how the book and game work, where you can access them, and how you can use them to prepare for a positive birth experience.
Follow Catherine on Instagram @birthmapping
Catherines website www.birthmap.life
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
05 Feb 2023
Episode 78 - Birth & Breastfeeding - With Midwife Katie James IBCLC
In this episode, I am chatting with Midwife and IBCLC Lactation Consultant Katie James.
We chat about all aspects of breastfeeding including - the breast crawl, how birth affects breastfeeding, how partners can support breastfeeding, skin-to-skin contact, and Katie's amazing new online breastfeeding course.
You can find Katie -
Instagram @themidwivescauldron
Katie's website and breastfeeding course - www.katiejames.site
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
12 Feb 2023
Episode 79 - Part One - NHS Whistleblower Felicity shares her story of working as a former midwife.
In this week's episode of the podcast, I am chatting with Radical Birth Keeper Felicity who shares her journey of becoming an NHS Midwife, and also explains why she felt she had to leave.
Felicity talks openly and honestly about her experience, explaining what she witnessed and also what she actively participated in during her time as a medical midwife.
I believe it helps to have a deeper understanding of the system within the NHS, so that you can understand the importance of taking ownership of your birth experience. You can then learn how to recognise coercive behaviour and if necessary change care provider or step away from the system altogether.
Felicity now works independently supporting women who choose to give birth outside of the NHS system.
In part two, we will be answering questions and chatting about specific scenarios that are a common occurrences within the maternity system.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
19 Feb 2023
Episode 80 - Part Two - Radical Birth Keeper Felicity answers questions about the NHS system
Part Two - In this week's episode, I am chatting again with radical birth keeper Felicity - about the state of the NHS. She has very kindly agreed to answer my questions on a wide variety of different topics that I have been desperate to talk about for so long, but unable to find someone willing to agree and open up. Felicity also brings questions from her own audience on relative subjects. This is a critical conversation - and one that I hope you will share.
We discuss all of the following:-
Policies and protocols Vaginal examinations Induction of labour Giving birth on a midwife-led unit Perineal care bundles (OSAI) Blood thinners and much more...
You can connect with Felicity on Instagram @felicityinbirth
Or via her website www.felicityinbirth.co.uk
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
26 Feb 2023
Episode 81 - In Conversation with Prenatal Chiropractor Dr Elliot Berlin
In this episode, I am chatting with award-winning chiropractor and doula Dr Elliot Berlin about his role in supporting women through a healthy conception, pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Dr. Berlin shares his wisdom and offers tips and information to support you in achieving the same.
We chat about his journey to becoming a chiropractor and how he came to specialise in pregnancy. His own personal journey of conception led to an understanding of how important it is to ensure that both your body and mind are healthy in order to conceive a child, otherwise the body will be trying to prioritise other elements.
Dr Berlin soon realised that information shared with pregnant women was limited and set up the Informed Pregnancy Podcast. He also made two incredible movies to help women who were planning to give birth after a previous c-section, and anyone who might want to give birth vaginally when their baby was in the breech position.
More recently Dr Berlin and his team at Berlin Wellness have set up the Informed Pregnancy Plus channel, so you can access films and documentaries about your options for birth easily.
Website - Informedpregnancy.com
Instagram - @doctorberlin
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In this week's episode, Claire Fulton and I are discussing Hypnobirthing. Claire, from the Nurture Nest, hosts a popular Hypnobirthing Podcast where she shares tips, and positive birth stories as well as speaking to occasional guests who share knowledge and information on how to have a positive birth experience.
I was excited to chat to Claire about this topic, as it is a really useful tool for not only pregnancy but for life too.
You can find claire
Insatagram - @the_nurture_nest
Podcast - The Hypnobirthing Podcast
Website - https://thenurturenest.co.uk
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12 Mar 2023
Episode 83 - The Birth Partners Role - With Betty from @thebirthpartneracademy
In this week's episode, I am delighted to be chatting with Betty from The Birth Partner Academy. We get into a wonderful conversation about how Betty became interested in offering support to birth partners and what we both feel birth partners need to know and why.
This episode is jam-packed with tips and solutions to help you understand more about the birth partner role, how to ensure that you choose the right birth partner for you, and what your birth partner needs to know about the role they play.
Instagram - @thebirthpartneracademy
Website - www.thebirthpartneracademy.co.uk
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19 Mar 2023
Episode 84 - Setting Boundaries for Birth - With Clinical Psychologist Jenna
In this week's episode, I am chatting with Dr. Jenna Brough about the importance of setting boundaries for your birth.
Jenna explains what boundaries are, and why they are essential for your pregnancy preparation. We also discuss why it is so easy to struggle with asserting ourselves in labour, and how we often feel the need to please our care providers and put their wishes over our own.
This is such an insightful episode that will help you to understand why boundaries are important not only for birth, but parenting, and life in general.
Follow Jenna on Instagram @tribepsychology
Jenna's website www.tribepsychology.com
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26 Mar 2023
Episode 85 - The Energetics of Birth with Jennie Harrison
In this week's episode, I am chatting with Jennie Harrison about the energetics of birth from the baby's perspective.
It is important for us to acknowledge how a baby can be affected by the feelings their mother has during pregnancy, and also how they are impacted by the birth experience overall.
It also helps to understand how we carry trauma in our DNA through the generations, which is scientifically proven.
Knowing how energetics play out in the postnatal period and throughout our life in general and then into our own pregnancy, birth, and parenthood journey will help us to move forward and support our children in a positive way.
Instagram @I_am_jennieharrison
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02 Apr 2023
Episode 86 - Georgie's story - First Time Mum's Homebirth with Low PAPP A
In this week's episode, I am chatting to Georgie who gives us a full and frank account of her preparation for birth and the journey she went on when deciding how and where to have her baby. She also explains why she felt it was so important to prepare her partner.
Georgie describes the way she discovered she had low PAPP A and how she was able to advocate for herself when choosing to decline an induction of labour - which was the recommendation by her care provider.
This fabulous story of a beautiful birth experience, was carried over into the postnatal period where we hear what she learned in those early days as a new mum.
I was delighted to get to chat to Georgie again and re-cap on her story. There is no doubt that her confidence grew as she learned more about her options, and she developed her own philosophies of birth that felt right for her and her partner.
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16 Apr 2023
Episode 87 - In Conversation with Dr Natalie Elphinstone OBGYN
In this episode I have a candid conversation with Dr Natalie Elphinstone about her work as a private and public Obstetrician in Australia.
Her amazing instagram account has shown the world countless incredible videos of the clients she supports who choose to have a maternal assisted caesarean aswell as other birth experiences.
Natalie shares information about her training, her own birth choices and what made her decide to go back to basics and learn more about physiological birth.
Follow her on Instagram @drnatalieelphinstone
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23 Apr 2023
Episode 88 - Your Body, Your Birth, Your Choice with Mindful Midwife Lisa
In this weeks episode I am chatting with midwife Lisa Goulbourn about her role as a midwife working within the NHS. We discuss a wide range of information relating to the topic of your body, your birth, your choice - including homebirth, induction of labour, midwife appointments and much more.
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30 Apr 2023
Episode 89 - 5 Top Tips to Support Your Breathing and Relaxation Practice
In the penultimate episode of season 3, I am flying solo.
After identifying that my most popular episode is the one on breathing and relaxation skills, I wanted to support you further. So, I have chosen to look deeper into the practice and help you identify ways to not only make the techniques easier but also more effective.
These 5 tips are useful to anyone who is looking to use breathing and relaxation in preparation for their birth.
I hope you enjoy this episode ❤️
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21 May 2023
Bonus Episode 91 - The Wave Comb - Using a Comb as a Tool in Labour
In this bonus episode - recorded in 2022 - I am chatting to Kat Clive who invented the wave comb. This comb has been specifically designed to be placed in your hand as a birth management tool which can be used safely in labour.
Throughout this episode, Kat talks us through her own birth experiences, and shares why she decided to use a comb in her second birth.
She also explains the Gate Control Theory and what Acupressure points the comb can support.
Disclaimer - I am not affiliated with the Wave Comb
You can follow Kat on Instagram @thewavecomb
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In the very last episode of season 3, I am chatting with one of my very special birth clients Emma, who had two very different experiences with each of her children.
Emma shares how she felt as a Muslim woman, having an unplanned c-section with her first baby, and then how she was clear that she wanted a natural birth next time around.
Despite being given a diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes, she strongly believes she didn't have it due to leading such a healthy lifestyle. Emma did a lot of research to fully understand GDM and was confident that the slightly high readings she got that tipped her over the threshold were more likely to be due to lack of sleep and stress. Even so, the label stuck and it affected the way she was treated in labour.
This episode highlights some serious issues within the maternity system, and offers so much information and support for others who are pregnant and planning to give birth in a hospital setting.
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12 Nov 2023
Episode 102 - Quantum Birth Coaching for Learned Behaviour and Past Trauma
In this episode of the podcast, I am talking with Quantum Birth Coach and Doula Carmen Rocha. We get into a discussion about how important it is to not only tap into the subconscious, but also the body in preparation for birth.
Carmen shares that when you tune in ask yourself what you are really feeling, you can identify what is going on within you and make the relevant changes that need to happen in order to release these emotions and ensure they don't sabotage your birth.
You can find Carmen @thequantumbirthdoula
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10 Sep 2023
Episode 93 - Understanding Your Nervous System with Kimberly Ann Johnson
In this week's episode of the podcast, I am chatting with the amazing Kimberly Ann Johnson.
We chat about a wide variety of topics, but Kimberly takes us on a deep dive into the nervous system and its effects on the body. This valuable information will help you understand more about your nervous system and in particular your own responses.
Enjoy
X
You can visit Kimberly's website here - http://kimberlyannjohnson.com
Download a copy of Chapter One of her book Call of The Wild here - https://kimberlyannjohnson.com/chapter/
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24 Sep 2023
Episode 95 - Birth Partners and Doulas Working Alongside Care Providers - With Shellie Poulter
In this week's episode I am chatting with the inspirational Shellie Poulter, about how birth partners and doulas can support you alongside your care providers. She explains how to take into consideration your nervous system, and what might be going on inside you, as well as trying to make sense of care providers and their trauma responses.
Shellie's perspective is enlightening, and she offers great suggestions on how to ensure that anyone supporting you in labour can stay calm and relaxed and ask questions in an appropriate and effective manner where necessary.
Apologies for the poor sound quality - but the episode is pure gold - so well worth a listen.
You can find Shellie - https://www.theserenitydoula.co.uk
Folllow her on Instagram - @theserenitydoula
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In this week's episode of the podcast - I am giving you an overview of what is to come in season 4. I know how much you have missed listening to such a wide range of amazing guests, so I wanted to let you in on the theme for these upcoming episodes - which is about stepping into your power and achieving a sovereign birth.
You deserve to have the birth that you want - and I hope this season will fill in some of the missing gaps in your knowledge, in order to support you to take full responsibility for your expereince and have an empowered birth.
Enjoy
Sx
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17 Sep 2023
Episode 94 - Homeopathy for Conception, Birth and Parenting with The Wild Homeopath
In this week's episode, I am chatting with Sapna who is a knowledgeable homeopath specialising in infertility and conception, as well as pregnancy, birth and postpartum care for the whole family.
Our discussion takes us on a journey through the options available in homeopathy with such a wide range of remedies to choose from, and Sapna shares why engaging with a homeopath is so useful to ensure you choose the right ones for you and your symptoms.
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22 Oct 2023
Episode 99 - Thank Goodness Births and The Fu*#!ng Epidural with Rhea Dempsey
In this week's episode, I am chatting with Rhea Dempsey who is an Australian doula, author, and birth educator.
We had a great chat about our thoughts and beliefs on giving birth in the modern-day maternity system, and how 'thank goodness births' can usually be unravelled to reveal the cause - which Rhea shares is typically because of 'the fu*#!ing epidural'.
This is such a wonderful conversation with Rhea, who is a real veteran in the birth world, and we can learn so much from the wise women who have supported so many families through the system over the decades.
Her passion stems from her experience with fitness and diet before she ever became a birth worker, and she then became 'radicalised' by the births of her own children.
I hope you enjoy this episode - and you can find Rhea:-
Instagram - @rheadempseybirth
Website - https://www.birthingwisdom.com.au
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14 Jan 2024
Episode 108 - Medicine Woman Cara Shares Her Story of Healing, Transformation and Finding Her Power
In this week's episode of the podcast, I am chatting with fellow doula Cara who is a true inspiration to so many in the birth world. Her knowledge and passion shines through in the support she offers.
Her story is so interesting as she candidly shares with us her journey as a young single mum and how she found the strength to recover from an eating disorder.
Cara also shares so beautifully her own experience of how she let go of old wounds and history that was holding her back.
In this sovereign birth season, I feel strongly that as pregnant women, you need to investigate what you have within you as a person to ensure that you have nothing left to sabotage your birth. This episode will hopefully help you to identify, and then eliminate deeply hidden issues that can arise in birth, and impair your experience.
What do you have to shift within you? I hope you can look deep within and see if there is something you can let go of as you prepare for birth and parenting.
You can follow Cara on Instagram @cara_sha_womb_an
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01 Oct 2023
Episode 96 - Birth Embodiment with Conscious Birth Coach Charlotte
In this episode of the podcast I am chatting with Charlotte Mindel who is a conscious birth coach. We hear Charlotte talk about birth embodiment and all that goes with it, including birth confidence, birth empowerment, birth choices - and preparation for birth in general.
Charlotte's own birth story is an eyeopener with regards to how she feels so differently now she can look back at the way that she made decisions based on other peoples opinions, and how she will do this differently next time.
Find Charlotte's website here - www.charlottemindel.com
Follow her Instagram @embodied.birth.and.motherhood
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08 Oct 2023
Episode 97 - Part One - Breaking Generational Trauma and The Art of Re-Parenting
In this weeks episode, I am chatting with Magdalena Finn about the journey she went on when planning to give birth to her son.
She candidly shares how she was able to break the generational trauma that her mother and grandmother experienced, which allowed her to have such a positive birth for both her and her son.
In addition, we talked about how surprised she felt as her son grew, and she found some of the normal toddler behaviours really triggering for her - and what she was able to do about it, by re-parenting herself.
This has been pivotal in her life and she has a wide range of tools that she talks about to support her nervous system, which I am sure you will find helpful.
I hope you enjoy this deeply inspiring episode.
You can follow Magdelena @power.in.birth
Her website is - https://www.powerinbirth.co.uk
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15 Oct 2023
Episode 98 - Part Two - Giving Birth in a Foreign Country
In this episode I am chatting to Magdalena for part two of our conversation, and this time we are discussing her experience of giving birth in a foreign country - despite it being her home for many years. She shares with us what that felt like for her, what she needed to do in order to feel well supported by her partner, and also offers tips and suggestions to others who are in the same situation.
This is a valuable episode which I encourage you to share with anyone who is living abroad and would appreciate hearing how they can help themselves to have a positive experience of birth - despite having to navigate a new maternity system and cope in labour using a second language.
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29 Oct 2023
Episode 100 - In Conversation with 'How to Have a Baby' Author - Natalie Meddings
In this very special 100th episode, I am delighted to be chatting with fellow doula, author and antenatal educator Natalie Meddings.
I was thrilled that she agreed to join me for a deep dive into the role of being a doula and educator, and we got into a discussion about how the maternity system has changed over the past two decades.
We voiced our concerns about how the medical model is so incredibly fear-based, but give solutions for how women and their partners can help themselves to ensure they don't get sucked into accepting unnecessary interventions.
We both feel that as pregnant women are living in a time where the system is so broken, it is wise for them to educate themselves about how to go back to basics and lean into the deep trust of their body.
The foundation for preparing women is no longer about the way a baby navigates the pelvis, but much more about helping them to understand how to take their power back. To learn about what they are like as a person, in order to enable them to feel confident in taking complete responsibility for themselves and their baby - and have ownership of their birth.
This is an incredible episode which I hope you will share far and wide.
You can find Natalie here - www.comfortandlove.co.uk
And follow her on Instagram here - @Natalie_meddingsdoula
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05 Nov 2023
Episode 101 - Choosing a Sovereign Birth Experience
In this weeks episode of the podcast I welcome back Daisy Dinwoodie for a powerful chat about Sovereignty. We get to the bottom of what it means to have a sovereign birth and share our own experiences of supporting clients on their journey through pregnancy - to help them come to this realisation.
I also share throughout this wonderful conversation why I love the word sovereign and how it felt to discover I had a sovereign birth experience without realising, which is why I am now doing the work I do.
I hope you enjoy this very special episode and take lots away in preparation for your own sovereign birth experience.
You can find Daisy - https://www.mamadouladaisy.com
Instagram @mama_doula_daisy_birthkeeper
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19 Nov 2023
Episode 103 - Vegan & Plant Based Diets and Milk Protein Allergy with Pregnancy and Paediatric Dietician Hannah
In this week's episode, I am chatting to Hannah Whittaker who is a Pregnancy and Paediatric Dietician from Bump2Baby Nutrition about being pregnant when you are vegan or eat a plant-based diet.
We also had an opportuinty to talk about what happens and what to do if you suspect or discover that your child has a milk allergy.
Whilst these two topics are completly unrelated, I wanted to pick Hannah's brains about her two specialities as it is so rare to hear about these issues that many families face.
I felt it was particularly important when choosing to have a sovereign pregnancy, that I focus on niche subjects like these.
If you only want to listen to the section of the podcast on cows milk protein allergy (CMPA) then you can begin this episode at exactly 45.15 mins in.
Hannah has a wide range of FREE resources available from her website https://bump2babynutrition.com
Also, dont forget to ask Hannah for a Dr. Vegan voucher code
Follow her on Instagram @bump2baby_nutrition_cma
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26 Nov 2023
Episode 104 - Sovereign Home Birth After C-Section and Pregnancy Loss - with Daniella
In this weeks episode, Daniella shares her story of an incredibly traumatic c-section with her first child, the two miscarriages that followed and then her reasons behind deciding to have a home VBAC when she became pregnant again.
This heartwarming story is one that so many of you may relate to. Daniella tells of how the work she did to learn as much as she could in preparation for this recent birth, is what made the difference and helped her to succeed.
The trust she built in her capability, and the way she strongly advocated for what she wanted despite pushback from the maternity services, enabled her to get the support she deserved.
This is a fabulous story that you can share far and wide to help others learn the tips that Daniella has to offer.
You can follow Daniella @bethebossintl
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03 Dec 2023
Episode 105 - Understanding the body with Somatic Practitioner Emily Carson
In this weeks episode of the podcast, I am chatting with Emily Carson from @emilyandruby who is a somatic practitioner, acupuncturist and craniosacral therapist. She talks us through her knowledge about the body and helps us to think about preparing for birth and postpartum. In particular, Emily shares the importance of regulating your nervous system and supporting the tissues in your pelvis. She believes that pelvic floor recovery requires a much more nuanced approach than just kegels, and helps us to understand how the jaw and pelvic floor are connected.
This a fascinating episode which is full of useful information for women at all stages of life, including pre-conception, pregnancy, postpartum, peri-menopause and post menopause. So please feel free to share it widely - and let us know your thoughts. You can find Emily on Instagram @emilyandrubyYou can look at her website www.emilycarson.co.uk
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10 Dec 2023
Episode 106 - Q & A with Sallyann - Placentas, MLU's, Breech Birth, Newborns at Christmas, Sleep Issues and Much More.
In addition, I am finally answering some of your questions about a wide variety of topics which include:-
What happens if your placenta doesn't come out and the midwives have to remove it. What can I do to have a successful birth in a Midwife Led Unit Can I have my breech baby at home How can I cope with a newborn at Christmas when visiting friends and family How can I help my 2 month old to sleep more
I hope you enjoy listening to the answers to these questions, and I look forward to bringing you more episodes in the New Year.
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07 Jan 2024
Episode 107 - More Breathing and Relaxation Skills for Labour and Birth
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11 Feb 2024
Episode 112 - Hypnobirthing - with Tara from Christian Hypnobirthing
In this episode, I am chatting to Tara - who is the inventor of the Christian Hypnobirthing App.
When looking for tools to prepare herself for birth, Tara was introduced to Hypnobirthing. She soon realised there was nothing that supported her faith, and so decided that she wanted to fill that gap.
The Christian hypnobirthing app has now reached over 100,000 people worldwide and has expanded to include antenatal faith-filled education.
This conversation is so interesting as we listen to Tara share how she became an entrepreneur and developed her app - as she knew this resource was so needed.
You can follow Christian Hypnobirthing on Instagram @christianhypnobirthing
Find the courses here - www.christianhypnobirthing.com
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21 Jan 2024
Episode 109 - Helen's Story (Part One) - Induction of Labour and Birth Preparation for Second Baby
In this week's episode, I am chatting with Helen Totton who shares her experience of giving birth to her first child 8 years ago. Helen had an induction which left her struggling with postnatal depression.
This is an inspirational story of how Helen worked hard to prepare for her second birth to ensure she was not going to have the same experience again.
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28 Jan 2024
Episode 110 - Helen's Story (Part Two) - Hope's Healing Birth at Home
In this week's episode, I am chatting again with Helen Totton who shares her experience of giving birth to her second child at home after a traumatic first birth. Helen describes the journey she went on to heal herself and prepare for birth in an optimal way.
This is such an inspirational story of how Helen worked so hard to ensure her second birth was completely different to her first, despite moments of doubt and uncertainty.
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04 Feb 2024
Episode 111 - Mike's Story (Part Three) - Helen's Birth Partner Shares His Experience
In this weeks episode, I am delighted to welcome Helen's husband Mike, who talks candidly about his experience of being a birth partner.
He explains in detail the stark difference between their first birth and their second one. In addition, he shares what he did to improve his knowledge when preparing for their home birth, to ensure he was a confident birth partner who had the ability to support Helen during her physiological birth.
This episode is packed with wisdom and knowledge that comes from a man who took his role incredibly seriously. Mike was desperate to make sure that the birth was exactly as Helen dreamed of, and the work he did paid off enormously.
You can find Mike on Instagram @the.dragonguy
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03 Mar 2024
Episode 115 - Overcoming an Unplanned Pregnancy & Antenatal Depression with Laila
In this episode, I am chatting to Laila, a first-time mum who struggled to accept her unplanned pregnancy. She candidly shares with us how difficult it was to come to terms with a positive pregnancy test, and how she handled sharing the news with her close family and friends.
Despite suffering from antenatal depression, Laila went on to make it the best experience of her life so far. After the birth of her daughter she was able to truly see the gift she had been given, and her mission now is to help other women having a baby for the first time.
Laila set up 'The Learning to Mom Podcast' which she explains has a wide variety of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experts. Her episodes support pregnant women having their first baby to learn more about their options so that they can have a positive experience throughout.
You can find Laila on Instagram @learningtomom.podcast
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10 Mar 2024
Episode 116 - Positive Psychology with Georgie From Blossomfield Coaching
After an incredible birth with her first baby, Georgie knew she wanted to help others discover more about themselves in order to have a similar experience.
She decided that Positive Psychology was the exact coaching method that would support her, to make a difference to women who want to achieve the birth of their dreams.
This exceptional tool focuses on the positive traits you already have, and is an incredibly encouraging way to highlight what areas you can work on, in order to reframe any doubts you may have about your ability to give birth easily.
You can follow Georgie on Instagram @blossomwellcoaching
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18 Feb 2024
Episode 113 - Optimal Cord Clamping with Amanda Burleigh (Replay)
In this weeks episode I am sharing an old episode I made in season 1 with Amanda Burleigh, who has helped to change maternity services by campaigning for not just delayed cord clamping, but optimal.
This is where ALL the baby's blood transfers into their body, and they receive their full blood compliment.
I have to say that this is a particular favourite of mine, because Amanda's story is so important to the future health of our children, and her inspirational journey has been life changing for so many.
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25 Feb 2024
Episode 114 - In Conversation with Dr Rachel Reed (Replay)
In the second of my replay episodes I have chosen this incredibly informative conversation I had from Season 2 with Dr Rachel Reed.
We talk about everything birth and cover topics that relate to pregnancy, birth partners, midwives, student midwives, and doulas.
I find it really helps to re-listen to the information that is shared with experienced birth professionals to help consolidate your knowledge and develop your own philosophies of birth.
Enjoy Sx
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17 Mar 2024
Episode 117 - Children's Services Referral for a Planned Homebirth Against Medical Advice
In this episode, my client Esther bravely shares her experience of planning and preparing for a homebirth against medical advice.
Despite ticking many 'risk factor' boxes, which included having a previous c-section and fibroids, Esther was keen to give birth at home. She had done alot of research and preparation, and was confident that her decision was safer for her and her baby than a repeat C-section.
Even after discovering at 38 weeks that the baby was now in a breech position, Esther and her husband were still happy to continue with their plan, and saw breech birth as a variation of normal.
When a referral to Children's services was made by her midwife however, because of her decision to give birth at home, Esther knew she had alot more work to do to ensure she was well supported.
This story is becoming typical of ones we are hearing up and down the country. Where women are asserting their right to give birth in the way that they want, and are then being reported to Children's services in an attempt to get them to comply.
This level of coercion has to stop, and so it helps that women like Esther are speaking up and sharing their stories, to help prevent this from happening in the future.
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24 Mar 2024
Episode 118 - Becoming a Midwife with Student Midwife and Doula Yas
In this episode, I am chatting to Yas who shares her views and experience about her life as a student midwife.
This is a fascinating conversation where Yas goes into detail about her role, how she works alongside midwives and how her additional training as a doula has supported her knowledge about the 'softer skills' required to be a great midwife.
I loved chatting to Yas who has such fabulous insights that I believe will support you on your journey to giving birth.
Follow Yas on Instagram @birth.beautiful
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07 Apr 2024
Episode 119 - Q and A with Sallyann - Birth Tools, Red Flags, Doulas, Homebirth, Breastfeeding, Postpartum and Much More
In this weeks episode, I answer many of the questions that were sent to me.
These are:-
What do you think is the most important thing to bring with you on your pregnancy journey? What is your top care provider red flag. My doula was not what I hoped they would be and I am pregnant again. Should I hire a different doula to support me this time or not? What do I do if the midwives don’t come to my homebirth - my husbands fears keep rising up and I don't know how to reassure him. My nipples are flat, am I still ok to breastfeed my baby? What do you recommend we do to prepare for Postpartum? Is there any particular things you would suggest we do during pregnancy?
Breastfeeding links to organisations that can support you include:-
https://abm.me.uk - Association of Breastfeeding Mothers
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14 Apr 2024
Episode 120 - Rose's Sovereign Birth Experience at Home
In this week's episode, I am chatting to Rose, a young mum who knew what she wanted for her dream birth, and did everything in her power to achieve it.
She always knew she wanted to give birth at home, which was backed up by her role in supporting families who have experienced medical negligence. Rose felt that the safest place for her baby to be born was away from unnecessary intervention but had to convince her loved ones to feel the same.
In the end, her hard work and determination paid off. Rose had a beautiful homebirth with her mum and partner present.
Enjoy listening to this incredibly empowering birth experience.
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21 Apr 2024
Episode 121 - FREE Somatic Guided Relaxation - Helps Calm Your Nervous System
This week, to mark the end of season 4, I am giving you a bonus free relaxation track. You can play this track whenever you feel like you want to take time out and calm your nervous system down.
This track is NOT pregnancy-related, and can be used by everyone - including your partner and children.
The music is my own and copyrighted to me. Please feel free to share the link to the podcast episode - so that others can benefit from this excellent resource.
The track itself starts at 11mins 15 secs - so you can fast forward whenever you want to listen.
You can purchase my 1 hour-long track 'Breathe', for use during pregnancy, labour and birth - with prompts to support you in feeling safe to relax, breathe and feel calm - here https://payhip.com/b/aHwbo
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In this episode I am back by giving you a quick idea about what is to come next week when season 5 kicks off with my special guest Dr Sarah Buckley.
I am excited to move forward this season with a deep dive into topics that will really support you when preparing for birth and parenting.
Set your clocks - timers - watches and make sure you have subscribed to to podcast in order to get a notification of when the episode goes live - because it is a really incredible one!!
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08 Sep 2024
Episode 123 - Dr Sarah Buckley - The Beneficial Role of Oxytocin
In the very first episode of Season 5 I am speaking to the Queen of Hormones - Dr Sarah Buckley.
I have been so excited to bring this incredible conversation to you - as I recorded it way back in April.
Sarah shares with us her knowledge about hormones in general, but in particular the role of Oxytocin. She has also gained lots of new information whilst doing her PHD - including some interesting findings on how synthetic oxytocin can actually support the body by doing what Sarah calls 'filling a hormonal gap'.
Please share this episode far and wide so that not only pregnant women and their partners gain the benefit, but also anyone who supports pregnancy.
Sarah is the author of the best selling book "Gentle Birth Gentle Mothering'
You can find Dr Sarah Buckley on her website - https://sarahbuckley.com
Follow her on instagram @drsarahjbuckley
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15 Sep 2024
Episode 124 - Discovering Your Own Power When Becoming a Parent.
In this week's episode, I am speaking to Elizabeth. A mother of two children who went on a really deep journey after she became a mother. Finding her voice and stepping into her power helped her to evaluate what elements of her life she wanted to keep, and what she wanted to shed.
Elizabeth now helps other women through all of her work as a lawyer and doula to ensure they have empowered birth and parenting journeys.
You can find Elizabeth on Instagram @birth_with_elizabeth
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22 Sep 2024
Episode 125 - Doula Support and Attunement with Heidi Oh
In this weeks episode I am chatting with Heidi Oh, an experienced doula in the US who has recently come back to the birth world after training to be a sexologist.
Heidi shares some fascinating insights into the role of being a professional birth partner, including a great explanation on the meaning of attunement.
This is such an important skill and I encourage all women to share this episode with their partners to help them learn more about what it takes to be present with you during your birth
You can find Heidi - heidioh.com
email - heidi@heidioh.com
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06 Oct 2024
Episode 127 - Choosing to Freebirth with Chloe and Tony
In this episode I am chatting to Chloe and Tony about their decision to free birth at home with their second child.
After learning more about the birth process during her postpartum, Chloe discovered that during her first birth in hospital, she had experienced a few unnecessary interventions. Second time around, she decided to hire a doula, and as her pregnancy progressed she felt it was necessary to give birth at home without medical assistance.
This is a fascinating story involving the attendance of their daughter.
You can watch Etta's birth on Instagram @carryingandcloth
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13 Oct 2024
Episode 128 - Baby Loss Awareness Week - Amy Shares her Experience of Stillbirth
In this week's episode, I wanted to honour Baby Loss Awareness Week by re-posting episode 30 with Amy from The Lily Mae Foundation, who shares her experience of discovering her baby had no heartbeat, and how she went through the process of birth.
This episode also includes how Amy and her husband moved forward and how it felt for them to continue to grow their family.
Recorded in 2021, she candidly describes what it feels like to support others who are going through the devasting loss of a baby or medical termination.
This is such an important topic that so many struggle to discuss due to its very nature, but I wanted to ensure that we cover all aspects of antenatal preparation on this podcast.
If you experience the loss of a child at any stage of pregnancy or birth, then you can seek support from organisations like Amy's.
The Lily Mae Foundation is a charity that works tirelessly to provide support to anyone who experiences stillbirth, miscarriage, neonatal death or medical termination.
https://www.lilymaefoundation.org
You can donate here - https://www.lilymaefoundation.org/donate
Follow on Instagram @lilymae070210
Their podcast is @stillparentspodcast
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20 Oct 2024
Episode 129 - Craniosacral Therapy and How it Supports Pregnancy and Postpartum
In this episode, I am chatting to Sarah Geraghty, a craniosacral therapist who treats pregnant women, newborn babies, postpartum women and their families as they grow.
Sarah explains a little about how craniosacral therapy works and how it can support you.
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27 Oct 2024
Episode 130 - A Wild Pregnancy Leading to Surprise Twins with Leonie Rainbird Savin
In this week's episode, I am chatting with Leonie Rainbird Savin who is sharing her experience of wild pregnancy with her 4th child.
She describes how different this pregnancy was in comparison to the other 3, and how as it progressed, she began to feel instinctively that she may end up needing medical intervention regarding the birth.
In the end, Leonie became unwell and went into hospital to seek care and discovered that she was carrying two babies.
This is a fascinating story of surrender with Leonie accepting a C-section after 3 homebirths - and what that was like for her and her husband Dhi.
You can follow Leonie on Instagram @birthwise.withleonie
Listen to her Podcast - Normal Boring Freebirth on all platforms
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03 Nov 2024
Episode 131 - Part One - Dhi's Story (Father of 5) - Birth from a Father's Perspective
In this week's episode, Leonie's husband Dhi shares his experience of becoming a father and how his philosophies of birth changed dramatically as he learned more about the process.
He explains how confident he felt in the idea that Leonie was capable of giving birth without medical assistance, and how his understanding deepened as each of their children were born.
Next week, he candidly shares his experience of how their 4th pregnancy was a completely different journey and how that made him feel.
Apologies for the background noise - they had builders in the house next door 😊
You can listen to Leonie's version of the first 3 births here -
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10 Nov 2024
Episode 132 - Part Two - Dhi's Story (Father of 5) - Birth from a Father's Perspective
This week is part two of Dhi's story - where he shares his version of each of the births of his 5 children.
In this episode we pick up where we left off last week, with Dhi telling us his experience of discovering Leonie was pregnant with twins and how they went on to have a C-section due to pre-eclampsia.
He candidly talks about the disappointment he felt when they needed to engage with maternity services and how he leaned into his spiritual side to help him as he deepened his trust in Leonie's instincts - and surrendered to the fact that she genuinely needed medical help.
This is a fabulous story of how important it is to have an advocate with you during your birth and how Dhi was able to offer support to Leonie when it was needed.
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17 Nov 2024
Episode 133 - Healing From Birth Trauma - With Dr Jenna Brough
In this week's episode Dr Jenna and I are discussing the importance of healing from birth trauma before having another baby.
We talk through the reasons why this is useful for both you and your birth partner as well as a wider conversation about birth preparation and how to take ownership of the information you are exposed to, rather than just accepting any information you receive. Being curious about your options and exploring your own personality is essential to ensure you are well prepared.
If you haven't listened to the other episodes I have recorded with Jenna, you can find them here
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15 Dec 2024
Episode 137 - Part Two - Postpartum Journey with The Schoenberg Family
In this episode of the podcast, we begin exactly where we left off last week, with Hayley and Katja sharing the details of their healing home birth. Baby Isabelle was born safely after a previous traumatic birth, but Hayley knew instinctively that she needed some support. After a wonderful golden hour, everyone began to notice that Hayley wasn't herself, and was showing signs of deterioration.
Find out what happened next, in this wonderful episode. Their story goes a long way to show that traumatic situations do not always cause birth trauma. During this experience, where Hayley felt supported, empowered, and respected, she felt in control of all decisions that were made about her care, making the birth and postpartum incredibly positive overall.
You can follow them on Instagram @theschoenbergfamily and Hayley's hypnobirthing company is @thebadassbirthcompany
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24 Nov 2024
Episode 134 - Healing Birth Hierarchy of Needs with Sheryl Wynne
In this episode, I am chatting to Sheryl Wynne who kindly talks us through her Healing Birth Hierarchy of Needs tool that she uses to help prepare couples for their dream birth.
This conversation will allow you to identify ways that you can support yourself on your journey to achieving the birth that you want. It aims to help you understand why it is so important to reach for the stars, and not settle for less during your birth experience, and to understand that if you don't try, then you are unlikely to succeed.
Sheryl brilliantly outlines why you should take care of your physiological and safety needs, and how important it is to recognise what makes you feel safe. So, take notes and also be sure to send this episode to your partner to help them understand the importance of how each rung of the ladder supports you to get closer to your dream birth.
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01 Dec 2024
Episode 135 - Journalling - An Effective Tool For Birth Preparation
This week I am sharing with you how Journalling can support you to prepare for birth by 'Doing the work'. This involves asking yourself questions and being open and honest about how you feel about giving birth and also how to share your thoughts and feelings with your birth partner.
You can either use your own notebook and answer some of the questions that I share with you, or you can purchase one of my journals on Amazon or another online book seller.
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08 Dec 2024
Episode 136 - Part One - A Healing Homebirth with the Schoenberg Family
In this episode, I am chatting with Hayley and Katja Schoenberg about their healing homebirth story. In part one, they candidly share their decisions regarding having another baby, and how important it was to Hayley for them both to do a lot of preparation to ensure that they had the best chance of achieving their dream birth.
Tune in next week to pick up where we left off and learn more about the postpartum journey and what happened after Isabelle was born.
You can follow them on Instagram @theschoenbergfamily and Hayley's hypnobirthing compnay is @thebadassbirthcompany
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
22 Dec 2024
Episode 138 - 5 Essential Steps to Consider When Hiring a Doula for Your Birth
In the last episode of 2024 - I am bringing you another solo episode where I pull up my big girl pants, and bravely admit that earlier this year I had a complaint made against me.
I am so passionate about my work and the support I offer, that I wanted to share a little bit about this experience, and highlight some essential steps you can take, if you are considering hiring a doula. My wish is that on the back of this episode - no confusion about the relationship between client and doula, will take place for anyone else.
As awareness about doulas becomes more widespread, there is no doubt that medical professionals are quick to blame women who hire them, for any negative outcomes that may arise - even though anyone can experience physical complications, give birth to a poorly baby or experience a loss.
So, if you decide that you would like to accept care from the NHS or similar, and you know the benefits of hiring a doula - then consider these 5 additional recommendations that may go a long way to ensuring that you have the support you want - not only from your doula, but your family and friends, and care providers.
Please share this episode widely so that others can benefit from knowing more about the role of doulas.
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16 Feb 2025
Episode 139 - Discover Your North Star - A course for Autonomous and Intentional Women
In this episode, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of my course Discover Your North Star! This isn’t your typical antenatal course - it’s designed to help you break free from fear-based narratives and step into your birth experience feeling empowered, calm, and fully aligned. Tune in as I share a comprehensive overview of the course, including what’s inside, how it can transform your mindset, and why it’s such a valuable investment for your birth preparation.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✨ The difference between a Birth Manifesto® and a Birth Plan - and why both are essential ✨ The five core modules and two bonus modules designed to guide you through every step of mindset preparation for birth ✨ How guided relaxations and affirmations are integrated into the course to ensure you stay grounded and supported ✨ Why doing the inner work is so important - you only experience this birth once! ✨ How you can access the introduction module for free to see what Discover Your North Star is all about
This episode is for anyone looking to build confidence, feel prepared, and own their birth journey. Whether you’re already pregnant or just exploring your birth options, this course is a powerful tool to help you step into labour with clarity and empowerment.
Special Offer: Join Discover Your North Star today for the special launch price of £45!
Use the coupon code 'NORTH STAR' to apply the discount
🎧 Tune in now to get a full breakdown of the course and how it can support you!
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23 Feb 2025
Episode 140 - 8 Quotes That Will Change the Way You Think About Birth
In this episode, I’m sharing 8 powerful quotes that I have written about, and taught over the past couple of decades while supporting couples both in and out of the birth room. These phrases are designed to shift your mindset, empower your choices, and help you tap into your inner strength as you prepare for birth.
Tune in to explore how these sayings can help you let go of fear, trust your body’s wisdom, and stay aligned with your birth vision. Whether you’re a first-time parent or have given birth before, these insights will provide a fresh perspective on how to approach labour with confidence and clarity.
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Here is the link to the Blog Post that accompanies this episode
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02 Mar 2025
Episode 141 - Simple Strategies For a Calm and Empowered Labour
In this episode, we are diving into two game-changing strategies for labour: STOP and FLOP. These simple, yet powerful tools can help you navigate your birth journey with a sense of calm, control, and empowerment.
Developed through years of experience in the birth space, these methods are designed to help you release tension, trust your body, and create the right conditions for oxytocin to flow. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or anything in between, STOP and FLOP can make all the difference in how you experience labour.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What STOP and FLOP mean, and how to use them during labour
How these strategies support the natural birth process
Why creating physical and mental space can help oxytocin flow
Practical ways to surrender to labour with confidence
🎧 Tune in now for simple strategies that can transform your birth experience.
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Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
09 Mar 2025
Episode 142 - Why You Need to Interview Your Hospital or MLU
In this episode, I’m diving into the importance of thoroughly researching and interviewing your chosen place of birth. Many women assume that midwife-led units or hospitals will automatically align with their birth preferences, but policies and practices can vary widely.
I’ll be sharing:
✔️ Why hospitals and MLUs don’t always provide the experience you expect.
✔️ The key questions you MUST ask before choosing a birth location.
✔️ How to spot red flags that indicate your birth preferences may not be honoured.
✔️ Tips for advocating for yourself and ensuring your chosen setting supports your vision.
By the end of this episode, you’ll understand why making an informed choice about where you give birth is crucial to having an empowered experience.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
16 Mar 2025
Episode 143 - What is the Privacy Instinct - And Why it Matters for Neurodiverse Women
In this episode, I explore the 'privacy instinct' and its profound significance for neurodiverse women during childbirth. I delve into how an innate desire for privacy and autonomy can influence birth experiences, especially for those with heightened sensory sensitivities and unique communication needs.
Episode Highlights:
Understanding the Privacy Instinct: Discussing the natural inclination towards privacy during labour and how it serves as a protective mechanism, promoting comfort and reducing stress.
Neurodiversity and Sensory Sensitivities: Insights into how neurodiverse women may experience heightened sensory perceptions, making the need for a controlled and private birthing environment crucial.
Advocating for Personalised Care: Strategies for neurodiverse women to communicate their privacy needs to healthcare providers, ensuring a supportive and accommodating birth plan.
Role of Birth Doulas: The importance of having a doula or support person who understands sensory experiences and can advocate for the mother's preferences during childbirth.
Listen to the full episode to gain a deeper understanding of the privacy instinct and its impact on the childbirth experiences of neurodiverse women. Empower yourself with knowledge and advocate for a birthing environment that respects and honors your innate needs.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
23 Mar 2025
Episode 144 - Why Long Contractions are Not Necessarily a Sign of Progress in Labour
In this episode of The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast, I am diving into the idea that intense, long contractions don't necessarily indicate progress in labour. I’ll take you through why contraction length alone isn’t a reliable indicator of progress and what actually matters more in birth.
Tune in to discover: ✨ Why rhythm and body positioning matter more than contraction length ✨ What long contractions may be signalling about your baby’s position ✨ Practical strategies to stay calm, centered, and intentional during labour ✨ How to advocate for your needs and trust your body’s cues
Whether you’re preparing for birth or supporting someone through labour, this episode will help you feel more informed and empowered as you navigate the twists and turns of birth.
If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to share, leave a review, and follow the podcast for more insights on empowered birth.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
30 Mar 2025
Episode 145 - The Power of a Full Body Yes - How to Make Decisions with Confidence and Clarity
In this episode, I explore the concept of the 'Full-Body Yes' and its profound impact on decision-making, particularly in the context of childbirth.
Key topics include:
Understanding the Full-Body Yes: Recognising when your entire being - mind, body, and spirit - is in complete alignment with a decision, leading to a deep sense of certainty and peace.
The Role of Intuition in Childbirth: Emphasising the importance of trusting one's instincts during pregnancy and labor, and how the Full-Body Yes can guide expectant mothers toward choices that resonate with their true desires.
Practical Steps to Cultivate the Full-Body Yes:
Mindfulness Practices: Engaging in activities that promote present-moment awareness to attune to your inner signals.
Body Awareness Exercises: Learning to listen to physical sensations as indicators of alignment or misalignment with decisions.
Reflective Journaling: Writing to explore and clarify your values, desires, and feelings about various choices.
Overcoming External Pressures: Strategies to maintain personal integrity and confidence in your choices amidst societal expectations and external opinions.
Call to Action:
Reflect on your current decision-making processes. How can embracing the Full-Body Yes transform your approach to choices in childbirth and beyond?
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
06 Apr 2025
Episode 146 - Doulas Can’t Protect You from the System, But They Can Help Protect You from Yourself
In this powerful episode of The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast, we dive into a topic that may challenge how you think about birth support: the role of a doula or birthkeeper. While many believe our job is to shield you from the medical system, the truth is more complex.
My role isn’t to control external factors or guarantee a specific birth outcome. Instead, it’s to help you overcome self-doubt, navigate fears, and trust your body. Together, we’ll work to build the resilience, mindset, and advocacy skills you need to stay grounded in your values - no matter what comes your way.
Listen in as I share real-life insights, why birth preparation requires more than a plan, and how your inner work can be the foundation for a truly empowered birth experience.
In this episode, we’ll cover:
The true role of a birthkeeper or doula
Why self-trust is the ultimate protection
Navigating the system vs. navigating yourself
How to stay aligned with your birth values
🎧 Ready to take control of your birth experience? Tune in now to learn how inner strength and preparation can make all the difference.
✨ Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review. Every share helps more women feel empowered for their birth journey.
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
13 Apr 2025
Episode 147 - The First Moments of Life – How Your Body Supports Your Baby’s Transition to the World
In today’s episode, I am sharing the incredible biological design of birth and how your body naturally prepares your baby for life outside the womb. Modern maternity care often disrupts this process, but when we understand how nature intended birth to unfold, we can make informed choices to protect it.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How your microbiome shifts in pregnancy to prepare the birth canal for your baby
Why your baby’s first exposure to bacteria is essential for lifelong immunity
The truth about delayed cord clamping and why your baby needs their full blood volume
How the length of the umbilical cord ensures immediate skin-to-skin contact
The incredible hormonal dance that unfolds after birth - and why separation can disrupt it
Simple ways to protect this perfect design from unnecessary interventions
Many modern birth practices - like routine early cord clamping, unnecessary C-sections, and immediate baby separation - are based on outdated protocols that don’t support physiological birth. In this episode, I’ll help you understand what your body already knows how to do and how you can advocate for your baby’s best start in life.
Resources & Links:
Discover Your North Star – My course on mental, emotional, and spiritual birth preparation. Click here to learn more!
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If this episode resonated with you, please share it with a friend and leave a review - it helps more women learn to trust the wisdom of their bodies. ❤️
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Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
18 Nov 2020
Trailer - Everything a birth partner needs to know about pregnancy, labour and birth
The ultimate guide to being a birth partner is the podcast for anyone who is supporting a woman through pregnancy, labour, birth and the early postnatal period. Throughout the episodes, regardless of whether you are supporting a woman who is expecting her first or subsequent baby, you will learn everything you need to know to help her to achieve a positive birth experience.
Whether you are a dad-to-be, mum-to-be, sister, friend, doula or midwife, I will share with you my tried and tested tips that ensure that you are well prepared for your role and will understand her physiological needs. These include:- hormones, stages of labour, birth plans, deciding where to have a baby, how to access a personalised care plan, how to make decisions, breastfeeding, and much more.
Subscribe now to make sure that you don't miss out on a single episode.
If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford
If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
05 Dec 2020
Episode 1 - My top 5 tips to support a pregnant woman through labour and birth
In this very first episode, I will share with you my views on what it takes to be a birth partner. I will also give you my 5 top tips that will get you started in understanding your role, so that you will know from the outset, how to get started in the birth room.
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:- Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
20 Dec 2020
Episode 2 - How can you help with planning the dream birth experience!
In the second episode, I talk about how to help support a woman when she is making decisions about her dream birth. I will share with you my ideas about scheduling a birth planning session and I recommend some questions to help make sure that you are both aware of what kinds of decisions may need to be made during labour and birth.
If you would like to buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:-
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
01 Jan 2021
Episode 3 - Hormones and their role in pregnancy, labour and birth.
This episode focuses on two very important hormones that a birth partner should know and understand in depth - Oxytocin and Adrenaline. Both are equally as important to the birth process, but in very different ways. In this example, I am looking at the 1st stage of labour, when a woman is beginning to dilate. This is the time when she needs high levels of Oxytocin to produce contractions/surges. I share how the production of Adrenaline at this time can literally knock a woman out of labour. I also share the Birthability traffic light system that I have developed to teach this to couples in my classes - helping all birth partners to understand these hormones and the role they play.
For more in-depth information on this topic, you can purchase a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:- https://amzn.to/35euaZr Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
09 Jan 2021
Episode 4 - The first stage of labour and the role of the birth partner during dilation.
In this episode I am talking about the first stage of labour - where the woman experiences contractions to help her cervix dilate to approx 10 cm. There are 3 phases to this stage: -
The latent phase is early labour where the cervix is softening and ripening in preparation for dilation.
The established phase is the time when labour is intense and she will need extra support from you.
Transition is the final phase, that is reached when a woman is at or nearing full dilation.
During this time it is important to know how to respond to her cues for support, and also to identify when to contact her midwife/doctor.
For a more in-depth look at this topic, please buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:- Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
16 Jan 2021
Episode 5 - Using a safety word to ensure a positive birth experience.
In this episode I wanted to share a top tip with you that I use with my birth clients. I like to recommend that a pregnant woman chooses a safety word as part of her birth plan. This will help you as her birth partner to offer completely unbiased support. When a safety word is agreed upon, she can then feel free to vocalise as much as she wants and will know that no matter how much she doubts her ability to give birth, you will always keep encouraging her in the way you discuss in the antenatal period.
For a more in-depth look on the use of a Safety Word, please buy a copy of the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:- Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr
Anyone who purchases the book also has access to a set of FREE downloads which includes:- Birth planning questions
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
24 Jan 2021
Episode 6 - Understanding and making the most of the pushing stage of labour.
In this episode, I am talking about the 2nd stage of labour - the pushing stage. This is a really important time which can easily go wrong. As the birth partner, you need to learn about what to look out for when a woman is entering this stage, and to ensure that she follows her body at all times. It is essential to also be able to discuss this in pregnancy, so that she knows that she should only push when she feels an overwhelming urge to prevent the need for intervention.
For a more in-depth look at this topic, please read the entire chapter on pushing in the book that accompanies this podcast - click here:- Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner — https://amzn.to/35euaZr
Please remember that the information shared with you in this episode is solely based on my own personal experiences as a doula and the private opinions of my guests, based on their own experiences. Any recommendations made may not be suitable for ...
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