
The Doula’s Guide To Preparing For Your Birth
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Über den Podcast
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth, with doula and hypnobirthing teacher Meg (AKA The Dungaree Doula). In this podcast we'll delve deep into the nitty gritty topics you're desperate to know more about, I'll answer your burning questions and give you the unbiased facts on all things pregnancy, birth and parenting, all with a strong northern accent - trust me you’ll get used to it. Want more? Check out my FREE Hypnobirthing Masterclass here - www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
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S4 EP10: How to practice hypnobirthing every day
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... podcast, season 4 episode 10. This week we're talking about 3 super simple ways to practice hypnobirthing every single day!*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... podcast, season 4 episode 10. This week we're talking about 3 super simple ways to practice hypnobirthing every single day!
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
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S4 EP9: Inductions - what does the research tell us?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... podcast, season 4 episode 9. This episode focuses on synthetic oxytocin inductions AKA "the drip" and looks at what the research suggests about using this form of induction on …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... podcast, season 4 episode 9. This episode focuses on synthetic oxytocin inductions AKA "the drip" and looks at what the research suggests about using this form of induction on both mother and baby.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
The Effect of Maternal Oxytocin Induction during Birth on Early Neonatal Pain and Stress: A Quasi-Experimental Study: click here
Factors associated with augmentation of labour with synthetic oxytocin: A cross-sectional study: click here
Maternal and newborn plasma oxytocin levels in response to maternal synthetic oxytocin administration during labour, birth and postpartum : click here
Women’s experiences after early versus postponed oxytocin treatment of slow progress in first childbirth: click here
High-dose versus low-dose oxytocin infusion regimens for induction of labour at term: click here
Women's reflections on induction of labour and birthing interventions and what they would do differently next time: click here
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
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If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
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S4 EP8: The risks of synthetic oxytocin inductions
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... podcast, season 4 episode 8. Today I'm finishing off a mini series I started last season - busting the myth that inductions are risk free or "not very risky". I wanted to …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... podcast, season 4 episode 8. Today I'm finishing off a mini series I started last season - busting the myth that inductions are risk free or "not very risky". I wanted to break this down into different methods so this episode focuses on synthetic oxytocin inductions AKA "the drip" and the risks associated.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Patient information leaflet: click here
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
thedungareedoula.co.uk
instagram.com/thedungareedoula
S4 EP7: 3 things I've declined in all 3 of my births
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 7! In this episode I'm talking about my personal experience of birth and the 3 things I've declined in each of my births which …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 7! In this episode I'm talking about my personal experience of birth and the 3 things I've declined in each of my births which are totally against the norm, I delve in to why I chose to decline these things and how I came to make these decisions.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you
This specific episode is my personal lived experience, not one size fits all guidance*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
Connect with me:
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@thedungareedoula on insta
S4 EP6: Is your birth prep causing you MORE fear?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 6! In this episode I'm talking to you about the ways that our birth prep can actually sometimes cause MORE fear rather than …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 6! In this episode I'm talking to you about the ways that our birth prep can actually sometimes cause MORE fear rather than less, mainly on social media, and how over preparing isn't necessarily helping. This is your permission slip to have a break and enjoy your pregnancy a little bit more. I also chat a little about how this effected me in my recent pregnancy.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
Connect with me:
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S4 EP5: An episode to prepare your birth PARTNER
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 5! This is a very special episode just for the birth partners, this episode is an overview of your role during pregnancy and …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 5! This is a very special episode just for the birth partners, this episode is an overview of your role during pregnancy and birth to help you know what to expect and to how best support your partner as she prepares to/and does give birth. I hope this is incredibly helpful for you!
Further resources to check out:
-Polyvagal theory
-Hiring a doula
-Further episodes of my podcast: S1 EP2 (polyvagal theory),S1 EP3 (the stages of labour), S1 EP7 (creating a birth plan, listen to this one with your partner), S1 EP11 (birth rights), S2 EP1 (birth partner attributes)
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
Connect with me:
thedungareedoula.co.uk
@thedungareedoula on insta
S4 EP4: The final most unhelpful thing people say to pregnant women
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 4! In today's episode I'm talking about one of the most unhelpful things people say to pregnant women, why context really …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 4! In today's episode I'm talking about one of the most unhelpful things people say to pregnant women, why context really matters and how to flip societies narrative of birth being an awful ordeal on its head.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
Connect with me:
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@thedungareedoula on insta
S4 EP3: Another of the most unhelpful things people say to pregnant women
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 3! In today's episode I'm talking about one of the most unhelpful things people say to pregnant women, and how to utilise this …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To Preparing For Your Birth Podcast, season 4 episode 3! In today's episode I'm talking about one of the most unhelpful things people say to pregnant women, and how to utilise this phrase as a conversation starter to get the most out of your pregnancy care. This episode talks A LOT about your birth rights so I get a lil passionate.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
Connect with me:
thedungareedoula.co.uk
@thedungareedoula on insta
S4 EP2: One of the most unhelpful things people say to pregnant women
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 4 episode 2! In today's episode I'm talking about one of the most unhelpful things people say to pregnant women, and how to reframe this so that you don't …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 4 episode 2! In today's episode I'm talking about one of the most unhelpful things people say to pregnant women, and how to reframe this so that you don't bring other people's negativity in to your postpartum experience.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi:ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
Connect with me:
thedungareedoula.co.uk
S4 EP1: My third positive home birth story - our baby boy is here!
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 4! I am so excited to share with you the birth story of our third little baby, our first boy, born at home just like his big sister. *FREE HYPNOBIRTHING …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 4! I am so excited to share with you the birth story of our third little baby, our first boy, born at home just like his big sister.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*I haven't recorded in ages and I have chronic baby brain so I hope this episode makes sense lol.*
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi:ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
thedungareedoula.co.uk
S3 EP13: BIRTH MYTHS: Are inductions risk free? BALLOON CATHETER
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 13. Today I wanted to chat to you about something that I'm hearing people being told often - that inductions are risk free, or "not very risky". I …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 13. Today I wanted to chat to you about something that I'm hearing people being told often - that inductions are risk free, or "not very risky". I wanted to break this down into different methods so this episode focuses on the balloon catheter and the risks associated with this form of induction.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice and not meant to influence your decision making process, it is merely to present you with more information to help you make informed decisions that feel right for you*
Links mentioned in this episode:
A snapshot of women’s and clinicians’ perceptions of the double balloon catheter for induction of labor: click here
Womenʼs reflections on induction of labour and birthing interventions and what they would do differently next time: click here
Patient satisfaction with the cervical ripening balloon as a method for induction of labour: a randomised controlled trial: click here
Risk of maternal, fetal and neonatal complications associated with the use of the transcervical balloon catheter in induction of labour: click here
Patient information leaflet: click here
Reddit thread "Foley Balloon Induction Experiences": click here
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Sign up for myFREE hypnobirthing masterclasses: click here
Join my mailing list: substack.com/@meganmarybirthmother
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi:ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
Book a Power Hour:calendly.com/thedungareedoula/power-hour?month=2024-02
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
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S3 EP13: A lil chat - I'm pregnant!
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 13. Today I'm giving you a little update on why there's been a podcast pause - I'm pregnant with baby number 3! I chat about how we decided on having …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 13. Today I'm giving you a little update on why there's been a podcast pause - I'm pregnant with baby number 3! I chat about how we decided on having another baby, things I've been doing during this pregnancy and my plans for the future. I hope you enjoy listening.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse (Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!)
- Join the homebirth workshop: eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-homebirth-workshop-tickets-1431878229329
- Sign up for myFREE hypnobirthing masterclasses: click here
- Join my mailing list: https://substack.com/@meganmarybirthmother
- Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
- Book a Power Hour: calendly.com/thedungareedoula/power-hour?month=2024-02
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
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S3 EP12: BIRTH MYTHS - Are inductions risk free? PESSARY
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 12. Today I wanted to chat to you about something that I'm hearing people being told often - that inductions are risk free, or "not very risky". I …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 12. Today I wanted to chat to you about something that I'm hearing people being told often - that inductions are risk free, or "not very risky". I wanted to break this down into different methods so this episode focuses on the pessary and the risks associated with this form of induction.
*FREE HYPNOBIRTHING MASTERCLASS!:* https://www.thedungareedoula.co.uk/free-masterclass
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice (also please note there is a lot of swearing in this episode! It is a very frustrating topic and I seemingly didn't hold back)
Links mentioned in this episode:
Guy's and St Thomas' Inducing Labour article - click here
NICE guidelines for inducing labour - click here
AIMS article "Waterbirth and Induction of Labour" - click here
Propess patient information leaflet - click here
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Sign up for myFREE hypnobirthing masterclasses: click here
Join my mailing list:substack.com/@thedungareedoula
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi:ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
Book a Power Hour:calendly.com/thedungareedoula/power-hour?month=2024-02
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
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S3 EP11: BIRTH MYTHS - Will you be judged for doing hypnobirthing?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 11. Today I wanted to chat to you about some common myths I hear all the time around using hypnobirthing tools and techniques. So often people have a …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 11. Today I wanted to chat to you about some common myths I hear all the time around using hypnobirthing tools and techniques. So often people have a fear of being judged for wanting to change their birth environment, or they worry about being called naive for planning an unmedicated birth for example. I address these common anxieties in this episode and share some tips for getting people on board with your birth plans too. ❤
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice (also please note there is a lot of swearing in this episode! It is a very frustrating topic and I seemingly didn't hold back)
Links mentioned in this episode:
Birth Trauma Inquiry Report - click here
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Sign up for myFREE hypnobirthing masterclasses: click here
Join my mailing list:substack.com/@thedungareedoula
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi:ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
Book a Power Hour:calendly.com/thedungareedoula/power-hour?month=2024-02
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
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S3 EP10: BIRTH MYTHS - "All that matters is a healthy baby"
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 10. Today I wanted to chat to you all about the phrase "all that matters is a healthy baby" and why I fundamentally disagree. We talk about sensitive …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 10. Today I wanted to chat to you all about the phrase "all that matters is a healthy baby" and why I fundamentally disagree. We talk about sensitive topics such as birth trauma, postpartum mental wellbeing, unhealthy and sick babies, unnecessary interventions etc. If this may be too tough a listen right now then you can always skip and come back another day ❤
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice (also please note there is a lot of swearing in this episode! It is a very frustrating topic and I seemingly didn't hold back)
Links mentioned in this episode:
Birth Trauma Inquiry Report - click here
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Sign up for myFREE hypnobirthing masterclasses: click here
Join my mailing list:substack.com/@thedungareedoula
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi:ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
Book a Power Hour:calendly.com/thedungareedoula/power-hour?month=2024-02
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
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S3 EP9: BIRTH MYTHS - Will your midwife appointments prepare you for birth?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 9. This is the ninth episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that your midwife …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 9. This is the ninth episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that your midwife appointments (in the UK) will prepare you for birth. This is something I hear so commonly from clients and followers - that they thought they would receive birth preparation in their midwife apts, so I thought I would talk today about what you can expect and where to go for good, thorough birth prep.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Sign up for myFREE hypnobirthing masterclasses: click here
Join my mailing list:substack.com/@thedungareedoula
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi:ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
Book a Power Hour:calendly.com/thedungareedoula/power-hour?month=2024-02
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
thedungareedoula.co.uk
instagram.com/thedungareedoula
S3 EP8: BIRTH MYTHS: Do you need vaginal exams to track labour progress?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 8. This is the sixth episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that you need vaginal exams …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 8. This is the sixth episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that you need vaginal exams throughout your labour to track your progress. I discuss how your labour will progress, the things which help it to progress and how to understand whether or not a VE is the right decision for you.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice
Links mentioned in this episode:
Season 2 Episode 6 of this podcast:Vaginal Exams During Labour - why, how, alternatives and more
Click here to find out more about mydigital hypnobirthing courses:thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Sign up for myFREE hypnobirthing masterclasses:click here
Join my mailing list:substack.com/@thedungareedoula
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi:ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
Book a Power Hour:calendly.com/thedungareedoula/power-hour?month=2024-02
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
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S3 EP7: BIRTH MYTHS - Do you need coaching to push your baby out?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 7. This is the fifth episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that you need coaching to …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 7. This is the fifth episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that you need coaching to push your baby out. We discuss spontaneous vs coached pushing, what research and guidelines say, and how to enjoy a smooth second stage of labour.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice
Links mentioned in this episode:
A randomized trial of coached versus uncoached maternal pushing during the second stage of labor: click here
Best practices in second stage labor care: maternal bearing down and positioning: click here
A randomized trial of the effects of coached vs uncoached maternal pushing during the second stage of labor on postpartum pelvic floor structure and function: click here
Intrapartum care: care for healthy women and babies. NICE guideline: short version: click here
Maternal and neonatal outcomes from a comparison of spontaneous and directed pushing in second stage: click here
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off my digital courses!
Sign up for my FREE hypnobirthing masterclasses: click here
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
Book a Power Hour: calendly.com/thedungareedoula/power-hour?month=2024-02
If you enjoyed the episode please give it a like, review and click follow so you never miss out!
New episodes are out every Friday at 7am so stick around.
Connect with me:
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S3 EP6: BIRTH MYTHS: Do your waters break at the start of labour?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 6. This is the fourth episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that your waters will break …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 6. This is the fourth episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that your waters will break at the start of labour, we also cover the myth that if they do, you'll have to be induced to start your contractions.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice
Links mentioned in this episode:
In Defence of the Amniotic Sac: click here
Pre-labour Rupture of Membranes: impatience and risk: click here
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S3 EP5: ANNOUCEMENT: I've released a mini album of relaxation tracks for pregnancy and birth
Hello! Just a quick exciting announcement today - I've released a mini album of guided pregnancy relaxation tracks for you to use throughout your pregnancy and birth. These tracks will help you relax, regulate …
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Hello! Just a quick exciting announcement today - I've released a mini album of guided pregnancy relaxation tracks for you to use throughout your pregnancy and birth. These tracks will help you relax, regulate, bond with your baby and prepare for birth. Simply search for "The Dungaree Doula" wherever you listen to music, the album is called "Guided Relaxations for Pregnancy & Birth"
Links mentioned in this episode:
Listen to relaxation tracks on Spotify: click here
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S3 EP4: BIRTH MYTHS: Do you have to give birth on your back?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 4. This is the third episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that you have to give birth …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 4. This is the third episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that you have to give birth on your back. I discuss how we came to believe this is the best position to birth in, what your alternative options are and the benefits and risks of both.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice
Links mentioned in this episode:
Healthy Birth Practice #5: Avoid Giving Birth on Your Back and Follow Your Body’s Urge to Push: click here
Second stage of labor and epidural use: a larger effect than previously suggested: click here
A review and comparison of common maternal positions during the second-stage of labor: click here
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S3 EP3: BIRTH MYTHS: Can you do hypnobirthing if you want an epidural/induction/cesarean?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 3. This is the second episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that you can't do …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 3. This is the second episode in a series all about common birth myths, today I wanted to chat to you all about the myth that you can't do hypnobirthing if you want an epidural, induction or cesarean, I bust this myth and talk about why I think it's super valuable for EVERYONE regardless of the birth you are planning.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice
Links mentioned in this episode:
Find out more about my hypnobirthing offerings: thedungareedoula.co.uk/hypnobirthing
Click here to find out more about my digital hypnobirthing courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
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S3 EP2: BIRTH MYTHS: Do you have to give birth by 42 weeks pregnant?
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 2. This is the first episode in a series all about common birth myths. TW this episode revolves around the 'risks of prolonged pregnancy' as outlined …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 2. This is the first episode in a series all about common birth myths. TW this episode revolves around the 'risks of prolonged pregnancy' as outlined by the NICE guidelines which is predominantly the risk of stillbirth. We discuss the risk of stillbirth by gestation and your options for going to, or beyond, 42 weeks gestation.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice, all opinions are my own, please make your own decisions based on the information within this and all episodes of The Doulas Guide To... podcast
Links mentioned in this episode:
Inducing labour NICE guideline [NG207]: click here
Saving Babies’ Lives 2024: Progress Report Summary: click here
PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET Syntocinon: click here
Risks of stillbirth and neonatal death with advancing gestation at term: A systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies of 15 million pregnancies: click here
Pregnancy and ethnic factors influencing births and infant mortality: 2013: click here
NHS Maternity Statistics 2023: click here
44 week birth story: click here
44 Week Home Birth: click here
Rachel's "Year Long Pregnancy" (42 weeks) and 60 Hour Freebirth: click here
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S3 EP1: Happy new year & welcome to season 3!
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 1! This episode is just a little chat about a few things, first of all I reveal the theme for season 3 of the podcast, then I introduce you to my new …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 3 episode 1! This episode is just a little chat about a few things, first of all I reveal the theme for season 3 of the podcast, then I introduce you to my new E-book you can download for free below, and finally I talk about the best way to prepare for birth if you're due this year. It feels good to be back!
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice, all opinions are my own
Links mentioned in this episode:
Download my FREE E-Book '10 things to do if you're due in 2025' here: click here
Click here to find out more about my brand new prerecorded online courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
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S2 EP31: What would I do if I was pregnant right now? Last ep of season 2!
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 31. This is the final episode of season 2 of the podcast and I thought I'd round it out with a lovely big chat all about what I'd personally do if I …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 31. This is the final episode of season 2 of the podcast and I thought I'd round it out with a lovely big chat all about what I'd personally do if I was pregnant right now and how I'd embrace, prepare and surrender to the pregnancy. I hope you enjoy listening, this episode is just for fun and completely hypothetical but it may just give you some nice things to consider or to get clued up on.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice, all opinions are my own
Links mentioned in this episode:
Lily Nichols info: https://lilynicholsrdn.com/
Basic info on birth blessings - https://www.thebump.com/a/mothers-blessing-way
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S2 EP30: Positive Affirmations for Pregnancy (Relaxation track)
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 30, the penultimate episode of season 2. Today we're doing something a little different and I've recorded a relaxation track for you to enjoy, this …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 30, the penultimate episode of season 2. Today we're doing something a little different and I've recorded a relaxation track for you to enjoy, this one isn't your typical guided relaxation but instead an affirmation track filled with lovely positive affirmations for pregnancy and birth, I hope this makes you feel empowered, encouraged and well rested. Enjoy!
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice, all opinions are my own
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S2 EP29: Pregnancy connections with Lou @Thebirthmotherhoodcollective
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 29. Today I'm talking to the incredible Lou of The Birth Motherhood Collective all about making connections in pregnancy, this is a lengthy episode …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 29. Today I'm talking to the incredible Lou of The Birth Motherhood Collective all about making connections in pregnancy, this is a lengthy episode but it's so worth a listen as we cover SO much. Listen to us chat about the importance of connecting to your mind and body, how to make connections with your partner and a wider support network and the loveliness of connecting with your baby in the womb. It's a joyful episode that I really thoroughly enjoyed recording and I hope you all love listening in.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice, all opinions are my own
Links mentioned in this episode:
Lou's instagram: instagram.com/@thebirthmotherhoodcollective
Lou's website: https://www.thebirthandmotherhoodcollective.co.uk/
Missing your bump post on IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/DBRKJPcNWQH/?igsh=MWt0MThxMTV6dXl0Mg==
Click here to find out more about my prerecorded digital courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
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S2 EP28: How and why to learn to RELAX during pregnancy
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 28. Today I'm talking about why we all need to learn to relax during pregnancy, but like seriously relax - deep nourishing rest, for the benefit or …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 28. Today I'm talking about why we all need to learn to relax during pregnancy, but like seriously relax - deep nourishing rest, for the benefit or ourselves, our babies and for the sake of our births. We deep dive in to the autonomic nervous system, improving our vagal tone, what on earth kindfulness is, and so much more. Come and listen and find out how to learning to properly relax can improve your full body health and help you experience your very best birth.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice, all opinions are my own
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my brand new prerecorded online courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
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S2 EP27: The importance of the environment you give birth in
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 27. Today I'm talking about the profound impact the environment you give birth in can have on the course of your labour. We chat all about the …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 27. Today I'm talking about the profound impact the environment you give birth in can have on the course of your labour. We chat all about the hormones which need to thrive in your body and how your birth space can impact these, how to mitigate disturbances to the birth environment and yourself and how to create a birth environment which meets your specific needs.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice, all opinions are my own
Links mentioned in this episode:
Click here to find out more about my brand new prerecorded online courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off!
Love the podcast? support me by leaving a tip via buy me a ko-fi: ko-fi.com/thedungareedoula
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S2 EP26: HBAC - all about giving birth at home after a cesarean
Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 26, everything you need to know about giving birth at home after a cesarean. Well not quite everything, this is a bigggg topic but we cover the …
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Welcome to The Doula's Guide To... Podcast, season 2 episode 26, everything you need to know about giving birth at home after a cesarean. Well not quite everything, this is a bigggg topic but we cover the reasons why you might want a HBAC/FBAC, if it is safe, what the risks and benefits are and how to prepare.
*Please note this podcast is not medical advice, all opinions are my own
Links mentioned in this episode:
Perinatal outcomes of planned home birth after cesarean and planned hospital vaginal birth after cesarean at term gestation - click here
Women’s reasons for, and experiences of, choosing a homebirth following a caesarean section - click here
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean in German Out-of-Hospital Settings: Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes of Women With Their Second Child - click here ***(please see note below)
Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes in Women Planning Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) at Home in England: Secondary Analysis of the Birthplace National Prospective Cohort Study - click here
VBAC Facts: The Real Truth About VBAC - click here
Homebirth after cesarean - click here
VBAC/HBAC The Ultimate And Comprehensive Q & A - click here
Unleash your VBAC power - click here
NEW! Join my mailing list here - thedungareedoula.substack.com
Click here to find out more about my brand new prerecorded online courses: thedungareedoula.co.uk/onlinecourse
Use code 'PODCAST' for 20% off!
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***I have since re-visited the research I mentioned about the German study and I have misquoted in the episode, please click the link above to read the statistics
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