Homebirth Stories Australia

Aimee & Laura

5.0 (2)
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A podcast that documents the stories of people choosing to birth at home throughout Australia

2 DAYS AGO

S2 EP: 23 Dr Sarah Buckley - Oxytocin & Syntocinon

In this episode, we sit down with the remarkable Dr. Sarah Buckley to explore the fascinating world of oxytocin and syntocinon. Join us as we dive into the mechanics of oxytocin and how the body naturally releases hormones for labour and birth. Dr. Buckley discusses the history of synthetic oxytocin (syntocinon) and its integration into the maternity system, as well as the impacts of syntocinon, including the hormonal gaps that can arise with various interventions.We also chat about one ...

1h 28m
NOV 5

S2 EP: 22 Emma - Two Births, Hospital Birth, Homebirth, Doula, Nutritional challenges, COVID, Student Midwife, Prolapse, 2nd Degree Tear, PND, PNA, Private Midwife

In today’s episode, we chat with Emma, who shares her two distinct birth stories. Emma's first experience took place within the hospital system during COVID, where she faced challenges such as having an unknown midwife, being unable to bring her doula into the birth space, and not accessing the birth pool when she wanted. She reflects on how the care she received significantly impacted her experience.After this, Emma shifted her mindset for her second pregnancy and birth, empowering herself t...

2h 17m
OCT 22

S2 EP: 21 Kirah - First Time Mum, Homebirth, CMP, POTS, Autism, CPTSD, Second Degree Tear, HG, Sensitive Care Plan, Breastfeeding Challenges.

In this episode, we sit down with Kirah, a first-time mum who chose to give birth at home. Kirah opens up about her unique journey, navigating various health challenges, including POTS, autism, and C-PTSD. She shares the pivotal moment when she switched care providers midway through her pregnancy, ultimately opting for a homebirth through the Community Midwifery Program (CMP). Kirah reveals her fears surrounding hospital births, expressing how the thought of leaving her safe space for an...

1h 51m
OCT 8

S2 EP: 20 Kendall - First Time Mum, Homebirth, Surprise Breech Birth, Private Midwife, Tongue Tie.

Join us in this episode as we delve into Kendall’s experience with her first birth. Though she started her journey with the MGP program, Kendall felt a significant change midway through her pregnancy, prompting her to seek private midwifery care. She shares the powerful intuition that inspired her choice of a homebirth and narrates the moment when her baby's breech presentation became apparent.Links:GrowBirthMother The Great Birth Rebellion Support the show@homebirthstoriesaustralia...

1h 47m
SEP 24

S2 EP: 19 Libby - First Time Mum, Homebirth, Miscarriage, Stretch & Sweep, 42 Weeks, PROM, Student Midwife, Private Midwife, VE, Lactation Consultant, Placenta Encapsulation.

In today's episode, we sit down with Libby, a first-time mum who chose a homebirth for her baby's arrival. Libby shares her unique journey of surrounding herself with a supportive birth team, including her mother, a clinical midwife, and how this choice played a crucial role in her birthing experience. We dive into the discussions about her mother’s concerns and the careful planning that went into the birth. As Libby neared the 42-week mark, her midwifery team informed her that a homebir...

1h 59m
SEP 10

S2 EP: 18 Mona - Three Births, MGP (X2), Homebirth (X1), Episiotomy, Breastfeeding Challenges, Birth Plan, Water Birth.

Join us as we sit down with Mona to explore her remarkable journey through three pregnancies and births. Mona shares her experiences of giving birth to her first two babies within a hospital setting under the MGP (Midwifery Group Practice) program, detailing the interventions and interactions that influenced her decision to opt for a homebirth with her third child, supported by the publicly funded homebirth program.Links:National Midwifery Guidelines For Consultation and Referral 10 Year...

2h 53m
AUG 27

S2 EP: 17 Krista - Two Births, Homebirth, Stillbirth, Hospital Transfer, Miscarriage, Failed Epidural, Milk Donation, Wet Nursing, Stretch and Sweep, Private Midwife, Student Midwife.

In today's episode, we sit down with Krista to hear her two birth stories. From the outset, Krista knew she wanted a homebirth, a decision she made even before trying to conceive. However, what followed was a journey marked by both heartbreak and triumph.Krista shares candidly about going into spontaneous labour with Salvatore (Sal) at 43+2 weeks, only to face a devastating realisation during labour—the absence of her baby's heartbeat. This heartbreaking moment led to a transfer to the hospit...

2h 50m
AUG 13

S2 EP: 16 Chelsea - Two births, Caesarean, VBAC, HBAC, Hospital birth, Copper IUD, Unplanned pregnancy, MGP, Cascade of Interventions, Private Midwife, Stretch and Sweep, GBS, Long labour, Homebirth, Waterbirth, Doula.

Today's podcast episode features the incredible Chelsea, a mother of two, a passionate advocate for homebirth and VBAC, and co-host of the Growing Up Raising Us podcast. Chelsea shares her unique journey, starting with an unplanned pregnancy whilst having a copper IUD in. She delves into her decision to navigate the hospital system through the MGP program and her choice to engage a private midwife. Chelsea recounts her experience of facing interventions and an unexpected caesarean secti...

2h 2m

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Seriously the best!!

Oct 5

magmar21

This is truly the podcast that I've been looking for. I've been fascinated by physiological, undisturbed birth for over a decade and feel like I've listened to every positive birth podcast out there but there is something so different and special about this one. I love how long the episodes are, the informational conversation segment at the beginning, and the overall strength and message that is shared by each woman on this podcast. These are the messages and information that could truly change the world. I'm 39w pregnant in the US preparing for my second unmedicated birth but first home birth and I seriously cannot stop listening to this podcast! It's everything! Thank you for all that you do! Endlessly grateful.
Truly a Gem

Jan 6

MilitaryBigFamily

Although I’m in the United States, this podcast is doing the important work of sharing what home, physiological birth can look like and the women/families who embrace it. There are many great birth podcasts but few that focus solely on out of hospital birth. The hosts are fun, engaging and passionate. Even far from Australia moms are benefiting from each episode.

A podcast that documents the stories of people choosing to birth at home throughout Australia

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Aimee & Laura
Years Active

2022 - 2024
Episodes

41
Rating

Explicit
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Homebirth Stories Australia

S2 EP: 23 Dr Sarah Buckley - Oxytocin & Syntocinon

S2 EP: 22 Emma - Two Births, Hospital Birth, Homebirth, Doula, Nutritional challenges, COVID, Student Midwife, Prolapse, 2nd Degree Tear, PND, PNA, Private Midwife

S2 EP: 21 Kirah - First Time Mum, Homebirth, CMP, POTS, Autism, CPTSD, Second Degree Tear, HG, Sensitive Care Plan, Breastfeeding Challenges.

S2 EP: 20 Kendall - First Time Mum, Homebirth, Surprise Breech Birth, Private Midwife, Tongue Tie.

S2 EP: 19 Libby - First Time Mum, Homebirth, Miscarriage, Stretch & Sweep, 42 Weeks, PROM, Student Midwife, Private Midwife, VE, Lactation Consultant, Placenta Encapsulation.

S2 EP: 18 Mona - Three Births, MGP (X2), Homebirth (X1), Episiotomy, Breastfeeding Challenges, Birth Plan, Water Birth.

S2 EP: 17 Krista - Two Births, Homebirth, Stillbirth, Hospital Transfer, Miscarriage, Failed Epidural, Milk Donation, Wet Nursing, Stretch and Sweep, Private Midwife, Student Midwife.

S2 EP: 16 Chelsea - Two births, Caesarean, VBAC, HBAC, Hospital birth, Copper IUD, Unplanned pregnancy, MGP, Cascade of Interventions, Private Midwife, Stretch and Sweep, GBS, Long labour, Homebirth, Waterbirth, Doula.

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Episodes

S2 EP: 23 Dr Sarah Buckley - Oxytocin & Syntocinon

S2 EP: 22 Emma - Two Births, Hospital Birth, Homebirth, Doula, Nutritional challenges, COVID, Student Midwife, Prolapse, 2nd Degree Tear, PND, PNA, Private Midwife

S2 EP: 21 Kirah - First Time Mum, Homebirth, CMP, POTS, Autism, CPTSD, Second Degree Tear, HG, Sensitive Care Plan, Breastfeeding Challenges.

S2 EP: 20 Kendall - First Time Mum, Homebirth, Surprise Breech Birth, Private Midwife, Tongue Tie.

S2 EP: 19 Libby - First Time Mum, Homebirth, Miscarriage, Stretch & Sweep, 42 Weeks, PROM, Student Midwife, Private Midwife, VE, Lactation Consultant, Placenta Encapsulation.

S2 EP: 18 Mona - Three Births, MGP (X2), Homebirth (X1), Episiotomy, Breastfeeding Challenges, Birth Plan, Water Birth.

S2 EP: 17 Krista - Two Births, Homebirth, Stillbirth, Hospital Transfer, Miscarriage, Failed Epidural, Milk Donation, Wet Nursing, Stretch and Sweep, Private Midwife, Student Midwife.

S2 EP: 16 Chelsea - Two births, Caesarean, VBAC, HBAC, Hospital birth, Copper IUD, Unplanned pregnancy, MGP, Cascade of Interventions, Private Midwife, Stretch and Sweep, GBS, Long labour, Homebirth, Waterbirth, Doula.

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