The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama Trish Ware, RN

Trish invites Nathan Riley, a home birth doctor and holistic gynecologist who advocates for and supports out-of-hospital birth, to The Birth Experience for an important conversation around the passionate call for change in the culture of birth & healthcare.
This conversation explores the limitations of the healthcare system in childbirth, the importance of informed consent, and the impact of unnecessary medical interventions.

Trish and Nathan advocate for a holistic approach to childbirth and empowering women through knowledge and understanding of their rights and options.

They discuss the historical context of obstetrics while sharing personal stories and insights from their careers, aiming to empower listeners to navigate their childbirth experiences with confidence and support. Both of them emphasize the importance of client-centered care in childbirth and how they approach this in their practices for a more positive birth experience.

00:55 Introducing Nathan Riley: The Home Birth OBGYN
05:47 Historical Context of Obstetrics and Gynecology
07:37 Addressing the Challenges of Informed Consent in Childbirth
20:12 The Impact of Medical Interventions
24:08 The Importance of Postpartum Support 
25:45 Exploring the Impact of Communication in Labor and Delivery
26:41 Emergency C-Sections: Perception vs. Reality
29:23 Challenging Conventional Birth Practices 
32:35 The VBAC Lab: Empowering Women Through Education
36:22 Navigating the Healthcare System: Advocacy and Individualized Care
46:12 The Power of Personal Health in Pregnancy and Birth

Connect with Dr. Nathan Riley, OBGYN:
Find Nathan on Instagram: @nathanrileyobgyn
Visit Nathan's website BelovedHolistics.com
Listen to Nathan’s podcast The Holistic OBGYN

Resources:
Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!
Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle
Connect w/ Trish:
On Instagram
On Facebook
On YouTube
On Pinterest
On TikTok
For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Next Steps with LNM:
If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

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Trish shares her expert insights on the advantages of laboring at home as long as possible to reduce hospital interventions. She shares how to prepare for this through childbirth education, labor coping tools, and having an educated birth partner.
Listen in as Trish shares her top tips on navigating childbirth with confidence, emphasizing the importance of preparation, mindset, and laboring at home longer for a more positive birth experience. 
Trish introduces her three-part framework:
Gaining knowledge - take a birth class!Cultivating a strong, supportive mindset.Having a birth plan.
Trish offers practical advice on when to head to the hospital and the power of being well-prepared to ensure a less intervention-filled birth experience.
00:50 The Power of Mindset in Childbirth
02:08 Advocating for Yourself and Your Birth Choices
03:12 Why Staying Home Longer Can Lead to a Better Birth Experience
04:50 Mastering Your Mindset for Labor 
09:22 Essential Tools and Tips for Laboring at Home
16:36 The Importance of a Supportive Birth Partner
21:42 When to Head to the Hospital: Timing Your Arrival
25:56 Join Our Birth Classes for a Comprehensive Guide
26:53 A Special Offer for Aspiring Female Business Owners
Resources:
Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!
Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle
Connect w/ Trish:
On Instagram
On Facebook
On YouTube
On Pinterest
On TikTok
For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Next Steps with LNM:
If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See...

This episode, with two nurse mamas, navigates through birth trauma while providing tips to have a more positive birth experience.
Introducing Mama Nurse Tina, mom of four, and a labor and delivery nurse since 2012 having worked as ER nurse before then. Tina started her social media platform as a way to empower women in childbirth education, help them feel knowledgable in their pregnancy and able to advocate for themselves when they bring their brand new baby into the world.
Trish and Tina share their extensive experiences and insights from their careers in nursing, focusing on the importance of communication between healthcare providers and mothers-to-be to minimize birth trauma. They emphasize the power of education, preparation, and the right to advocate for oneself during childbirth.
The conversation also touches on their personal journeys and challenges within the healthcare system and the significant impact of positive patient-provider interactions on childbirth experiences.
00:57 Introducing Mama Nurse Tina
03:15 Tina's Story: From Emergency Nursing to Labor and Delivery
07:43 Navigating Birth Trauma: Insights and Strategies
12:58 Empowering Birth Experiences: Communication and Advocacy
20:21 The Impact of Nurse-Patient Connection
21:13 Educating for Empowerment: The Power of Knowledge
22:51 The Emotional Weight of Birth Experiences
24:46 Enhancing Birth Experiences Through Mindfulness
26:59 Addressing Birth Trauma and Healthcare Inequalities
31:20 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect
Connect with Mama Nurse Tina:
Tiktok @mama_nurse_tina
Instagram @mama_nurse_tina
Facebook Mama Nurse Tina
Youtube Mama Nurse Tina
Resources:
Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!
Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle
Connect w/ Trish:
On Instagram
On Facebook
On YouTube
On Pinterest
On TikTok
For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Next Steps with LNM:If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

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Tune into this episode to explore the significant benefits of delayed bathing for newborns. 
In this recent Instagram live Trish shares insights on the importance of delayed bathing, how it can benefit both the baby and the mother, and how new mothers can make informed decisions during the postpartum period.
Trish emphasizes the importance of skin-to-skin, and how vernix, a natural protective barrier, plays crucial roles in infection prevention, temperature regulation, and supporting breastfeeding. 
She shares insights from her career and changes she has witnessed and advocated for in the practice of newborn care. 
Trish gives tips and guidance on how to communicate with healthcare providers about delayed bathing and other interventions after birth to prioritize the wellbeing of the mother-baby.
From Trish:
So why am I recommending Delaying Newborn Bathing?
Delaying Newborns' first bath is one of the critical components of protection that you can advocate for your child at birth.
Delayed Newborn Bathing Benefits1 . Reduces the Risks of Infection/Exposure
Let's face it; most of our babies are born in a hospital. Think sick people. So to leave the vernix on our little ones and let it protect them from bacteria and fungi. Studies show that vernix has over 41 proteins in it. 29% of those have antimicrobial components, and 39% lend to immunity.
2 . Improves Body Temperature Control
A baby cannot regulate its body temperature (thermoregulation). The newborn baby loses its body heat four times faster than adults. Staying warm is critical to a newborn's well-being. Hence, we also promote immediate skin-to-skin (here are some skin tips and benefits) and eventually swaddling with a hat (after the golden hour, please and thank you!).
Did you know that immediate skin-to-skin reduces thermoregulation issues by 42%? WHAT???????
3. Stabilizes Newborn Blood Sugar Control
Low blood sugar in a newborn is a downright scary situation. It can quickly turn fatal. Guess what increases the risk of a baby's blood sugar dropping? Stress (Like crying) which releases cortisol (stress hormone), causes blood sugar to drop. Guess what makes them cry more? A bath.
Hello, guess what makes a baby less stressed? Being on top of their mom and being warm and not crying.
A study states that babies bathed before 12 hours of birth doubled their chance of improper blood sugar control.
4. Improved Breastfeeding Success
Girl, if all the reasons I have listed so far are not enough, then perk up. Delaying Baby's first bath protects them from a whole bunch of evils and increases the chance of successful breastfeeding. It's known that when skin-to-skin happens during the immediate postpartum period, the baby smells the amniotic fluid on the breasts.
The same is said for the vernix. It smells like amniotic fluid and familiarizes the baby with the breasts, and boom a good latch. It is thus promoting breastfeeding success.
The evidence for delayed newborn bathing is overwhelming. Don't ignore it. You are your little one's first advocate. If your birthplace is not on board, print out the studies I have referenced and fight for change.
As always, education brings power! Stay educated, don't let someone else tell you it's...

Becca Boeving, mom of two and a pelvic floor specialist known as Pelvic Floor Momma, shares her professional insights on addressing pregnancy and postpartum pain. 
Becca became a VBAC Lab student following the birth experience of her son, and quickly became obsessed with helping women walk through the weeds of pregnancy and postpartum.
"Pelvic health isn’t anything to shy away from, although when it’s malfunctioning you may want to run and hide. But don’t - help has arrived!" - Pelvic Floor Momma
Trish and Becca talk about common discomforts pregnant women face, such as symphysis pubis dysfunction and other pelvic pain, while emphasizing the importance of movement, stretching, and proper pelvic floor care. 
Becca introduces her online course designed to alleviate pregnancy pain by teaching intentional exercises and daily motion tips to reduce discomfort. They cover the topic of pain during sex after baby, offering advice on pelvic floor care for both prevention of issues and recovery. 
This episode aims to empower women with knowledge and resources to enjoy a pain-free pregnancy and postpartum period, highlighting that common does not mean normal when it comes to discomfort.
00:52 Introducing Today's Special Guest: Becca Boeving
01:40 Becca's Journey and Expertise in Pelvic Floor Health
03:55 Addressing Common Pregnancy Pains and Solutions
09:07 The Importance of Pelvic Floor Health Beyond Pregnancy
21:10 Practical Tips for Pregnant Moms to Avoid Pain
23:29 The Power of Mobility and Proper Positioning
26:38 Concluding Thoughts and Where to Find More Resources
Connect with Becca:
Vist her website PelvicFloorMomma.com
Find Pelvic Floor Momma on IG, FaceBook, TikTok
Grab her new course Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain and use code "LNMLOVE" at checkout for a 40% discount!
More from this episode:
Join the masterclass with Trish and Becca: Pregnancy Pain MYTHS Unpacked: a Blueprint to Finding Relief
Grab the Labor Like a Pro: The Effective Positioning Playbook
Resources:
Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle
Connect w/ Trish:
On Instagram
On Facebook
On YouTube
On Pinterest
On TikTok
For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Join Trish Ware, a seasoned labor and delivery nurse and mother of seven, as she shares her invaluable insights and expertise to help expecting mothers understand the difference between real labor contractions and Braxton Hicks contractions.
Understanding Contractions:
Trish dives into the characteristics of both types of contractions, highlighting the regularity, intensity, and purpose of genuine labor contractions in facilitating cervical dilation and moving the baby into the birth canal.
Identifying Real Labor:
Discover the telltale signs that indicate the onset of real labor, empowering listeners to recognize these key differences and make informed decisions during their birthing experience.
Navigating Uncertainty:
Trish addresses concerns about false alarms and unnecessary hospital visits, providing valuable insights on when to seek medical advice amidst the uncertainties of labor.
Prodromal Labor:
Explore the concept of prodromal labor with Trish, who offers practical advice on recognizing and effectively managing this phase of pre-labor.
Tune in to this educational episode for a deeper understanding of labor and gain the tools needed to embark on your journey towards motherhood with confidence.
More from this episode:
Read the blog: The Signs That You are in Real Labor and Not false?
Resources:
Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle
Connect w/ Trish:
On Instagram
On Facebook
On YouTube
On Pinterest
On TikTok
For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Next Steps with LNM:If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!
If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.
If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.
If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.
Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission...