1 hr 9 min
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A High Risk Home Birth Journey: Angel Coleman's Story
In this episode of the Birth Rebel podcast, Angel Coleman shares her experience of having a high-risk home birth after two C-sections for her sixth baby. She brings her doula, Emma Whitlock, to discuss the journey from a professional perspective. Emma talks about her transition into birth work following a challenging first birth experience and emphasizes the importance of advocacy, education, and choice in childbirth. They discuss the different experiences of hospital and home births, highlighting the empowerment and individualized care possible in a home birth setting despite Angel being considered high-risk. Angel and Emma also explore the significance of nutrition in pregnancy, the role of a doula, and provide advice for families considering home birth, advocating for thorough research and the importance of a supportive partner.
00:00 Welcome to the Birth Rebel Podcast: A Home Birth Journey
01:03 Introducing Emma: A Doula's Path to Birth Work
02:53 The Transformative Power of Home Births
04:59 Navigating Hospital Births and Embracing Home Births
13:49 The Importance of Research and Understanding Birth Options
22:17 The Journey to a Successful Home Birth
27:34 The Unpredictable Nature of Labor and Delivery
34:37 The Start of Labor: Recognizing the Signs
35:53 Understanding and Applying the Miles Circuit
37:22 Transitioning Through Labor: Positions and Support
38:44 The Intensity of Active Labor and the Role of Support
46:01 Reflecting on the Birth Experience: Favorite Moments and Insights
49:23 Navigating High-Risk Pregnancy and Home Birth Decisions
55:31 Postpartum Recovery and Nutrition Strategies
57:31 Identifying Active Labor: Insights for First-Timers
01:02:36 Concluding Thoughts on Home Birth and Professional Support
Resources from this Episode:
Book | Real Food for Pregnancy
Functional Maternity
Miles Circuit
What is the 555 Postpartum Rule? Here’s Why It’s Essential for Recovery
The Womb Within
Achieving a Vaginal Birth After C-Section ( VBAC ) in a Hospital Setting with Dr. Stetzer
Five things you should know before you go for a Vaginal Birth After C-section (VBAC) with Emily
Access your FREE Guide on mastering 5 Techniques to Conquer the Fear of Birth. As a bonus, discover a collection of mindfulness tools curated to quell anxiety and fear during pregnancy and childbirth. Grab Your Guide.
Live long, loud, and in prosperity-dear members of the "RebelBirth Crew." Until we cross paths again, thrive unapologetically!
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Discounts
NEEDED Prenatal Supplements:
FRUITOFTHEWOMB for 20% off one-time purchase orders or the first three months of the one-month subscription option.
FullWell Prenatal & Fertility Supplements
Use Code FRUITOFTHEWOMBBIRTH for 10% off
Christian Hypnobirthing Course
Use Code: ANGEL for 20% off the course
MotherLove Herbal Products
Use code Wombbirth15 for 15% off
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebirthrebel/support
A High Risk Home Birth Journey: Angel Coleman's Story
In this episode of the Birth Rebel podcast, Angel Coleman shares her experience of having a high-risk home birth after two C-sections for her sixth baby. She brings her doula, Emma Whitlock, to discuss the journey from a professional perspective. Emma talks about her transition into birth work following a challenging first birth experience and emphasizes the importance of advocacy, education, and choice in childbirth. They discuss the different experiences of hospital and home births, highlighting the empowerment and individualized care possible in a home birth setting despite Angel being considered high-risk. Angel and Emma also explore the significance of nutrition in pregnancy, the role of a doula, and provide advice for families considering home birth, advocating for thorough research and the importance of a supportive partner.
00:00 Welcome to the Birth Rebel Podcast: A Home Birth Journey
01:03 Introducing Emma: A Doula's Path to Birth Work
02:53 The Transformative Power of Home Births
04:59 Navigating Hospital Births and Embracing Home Births
13:49 The Importance of Research and Understanding Birth Options
22:17 The Journey to a Successful Home Birth
27:34 The Unpredictable Nature of Labor and Delivery
34:37 The Start of Labor: Recognizing the Signs
35:53 Understanding and Applying the Miles Circuit
37:22 Transitioning Through Labor: Positions and Support
38:44 The Intensity of Active Labor and the Role of Support
46:01 Reflecting on the Birth Experience: Favorite Moments and Insights
49:23 Navigating High-Risk Pregnancy and Home Birth Decisions
55:31 Postpartum Recovery and Nutrition Strategies
57:31 Identifying Active Labor: Insights for First-Timers
01:02:36 Concluding Thoughts on Home Birth and Professional Support
Resources from this Episode:
Book | Real Food for Pregnancy
Functional Maternity
Miles Circuit
What is the 555 Postpartum Rule? Here’s Why It’s Essential for Recovery
The Womb Within
Achieving a Vaginal Birth After C-Section ( VBAC ) in a Hospital Setting with Dr. Stetzer
Five things you should know before you go for a Vaginal Birth After C-section (VBAC) with Emily
Access your FREE Guide on mastering 5 Techniques to Conquer the Fear of Birth. As a bonus, discover a collection of mindfulness tools curated to quell anxiety and fear during pregnancy and childbirth. Grab Your Guide.
Live long, loud, and in prosperity-dear members of the "RebelBirth Crew." Until we cross paths again, thrive unapologetically!
Instagram Website Submit a Topic Be My Guest
Discounts
NEEDED Prenatal Supplements:
FRUITOFTHEWOMB for 20% off one-time purchase orders or the first three months of the one-month subscription option.
FullWell Prenatal & Fertility Supplements
Use Code FRUITOFTHEWOMBBIRTH for 10% off
Christian Hypnobirthing Course
Use Code: ANGEL for 20% off the course
MotherLove Herbal Products
Use code Wombbirth15 for 15% off
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebirthrebel/support
1 hr 9 min