In this week's episode I chat to Madi about her third birth - a planned home water birth after cesarean. Madi's story is particularly interesting as she navigated this birth both as a mother and as a newly qualified midwife. After experiencing a relatively quick vaginal birth with her first daughter Oakley and then a caesarean under general anaesthetic with Harlow due to her Chiari malformation (where her brain herniates into her spinal column), Madi was surprised to find herself pregnant with a third baby while completing her midwifery studies. Follow us on Instagram for photos and more from today's episode.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I chat to Jess about her two very different birth experiences with her children Ruby and Vincent. After experiencing an induced birth with her first baby during COVID, Jess shares how she approached her second pregnancy with intention and preparation, ultimately achieving the birth she hoped for. Follow us on Instagram for photos and more from today's episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, country music artist Kaylee Bell shares her remarkable journey to motherhood - from managing chronic health conditions to an unexpected pregnancy while touring, and navigating a challenging birth due to a DVT diagnosis. Her story beautifully illustrates how life's biggest surprises can lead to the most meaningful experiences. Subscribe to Kaylee's newsletter on kayleighbellmusic.com for upcoming tour dates and new music releases. You can follow Kaylee's journey on Insta hereListen to Kaylee's music on SpotifyListen on Apple MusicWatch on YouTube For more birth stories, follow us on Instagram hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, I chat to Candice about her challenging journey to motherhood. After experiencing two miscarriages and discovering she had low ovarian reserve at just 32, Candice and her husband Tom turned to IVF with PGT-A testing. She shares the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments, the isolation of pregnancy loss, and the joy of finally welcoming her daughter Adelaide. Candice tells a story that will resonate with anyone who has experienced infertility or pregnancy loss, offering hope and solidarity to those still on their journey. If you're preparing for your little one’s arrival, creating a supportive and stylish nursery is a must—and that’s where iL Tutto comes in, also with an exclusive offer for you guys! iL Tutto is the best destination to complete your dream nursery, with award-winning Gliders and Electric Recliners in the most on-trend fabrics, like Teddy-Fleece and Bouclé, in multiple stylish colours. But it doesn’t stop there—iL Tutto also offers the must-have CoZee Breeze Co-Sleeping Bassinet, a huge range of Cots and Cot Sets with Chests and removable changers, and the softest, sustainable Grow Kindly sleepwear made from natural fibers. From convertible swaddles to sleeping bags, fitted sheets, and PJs, every piece is designed for your baby’s safest and most comfortable sleep. Visit iltutto.com.au to explore the range and create your perfect nursery today. Because with iL Tutto, every sleep and feed should be as comfortable as it is beautiful. Use code ABS20 at iltutto.com.au for 20% off all full priced items. Valid until 10 April 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this deeply personal episode, GP and IBCLC Dr. Eliza Hannam shares her varied experiences with birth and breastfeeding across her three children. Her story beautifully illustrates how even healthcare professionals can face unexpected challenges in their own journeys to parenthood, and how these experiences can shape both personal growth and professional practice. Download our FREE guide on perineal massage here. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going. To learn more about The Birth Class, my online childbirth education course head to the shop here.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 532 Lila shares her three distinctly different birth experiences, from a hospital induction to a dramatic roadside almost-birth, and finally achieving her dream homebirth. Her story takes an unexpected turn when her third baby is diagnosed with a rare condition Hirschsprung disease.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode Naomi takes us through her first pregnancy and admits that she was so focussed on her birth preparation that she didn’t once think about her postpartum journey. Her birth was challenging and the newborn days were full of anxiety, severe sleep deprivation and a lot of not-knowing. Four months later she learnt about traditional postpartum care which inspired her to become a postpartum doula. Her knowledge and experience informed her next pregnancy and birth; she opted for an independent midwife and a doula, planned a homebirth, filled her freezer with nutrient-dense food and employed a postpartum doula to mother her as she mothered her baby. Naomi is wise, warm and a wonderful source of information for anyone who is pregnant and hoping to plan and prepare for postpartum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we welcome Taylah Tudehope-Glachan who shares her extraordinary journey of conceiving and birthing quadruplets. Taylah and her husband Sean's path to parenthood was complicated by PCOS diagnosed at age 21 and she later discovered she also suffers from stage four endometriosis. ___ To learn more about The Birth Class and all our other fabulous courses, head to the shop here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Tayla shares her empowering journey to motherhood, culminating in an unexpected but beautiful home birth. Her story highlights the power of preparation, surrender, and trusting your body's innate wisdom. ____ To learn more about The Birth Class and all our other fabulous courses, head to the shop here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we welcome Elizabeth back to share her second birth story. You can listen to her first birth experience in episode 427. Elizabeth lives in Brisbane with her husband Lindsay and their two children - Margaret (2) and Wesley (4 months).____ The empowering, evidence-based online birth education programs that will help you confidently prepare for your best birth possible are now 20% off until February 28th 2025! To learn more about The Birth Class and all our other fabulous courses, head to the shop here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.