The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast

Sallyann Beresford
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The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast

Everything a pregnant woman and her partner need to know to support them in preparation for labour, birth, and the early days with a new baby. This podcast gives both you and your partner the confidence and knowledge about the role they play throughout your birth, so they don't undermine or ruin the birth for you. Throughout these episodes, my guests and I will share with you our experience of being a birth keeper and advocate for women across the globe. This podcast is inclusive and invites guests from all backgrounds to enable you to hear a wide range of experiences. 

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Episode 133 - Healing From Birth Trauma - With Dr Jenna Brough

    Send us a textIn this week's episode Dr Jenna and I are discussing the importance of healing from birth trauma before having another baby. We talk through the reasons why this is useful for both you and your birth partner as well as a wider conversation about birth preparation and how to take ownership of the information you are exposed to, rather than just accepting any information you receive. Being curious about your options and exploring your own personality is essential to ensure you are...

    58 min

  2. NOV 10

    Episode 132 - Part Two - Dhi's Story (Father of 5) - Birth from a Father's Perspective

    Send us a textThis week is part two of Dhi's story - where he shares his version of each of the births of his 5 children. In this episode we pick up where we left off last week, with Dhi telling us his experience of discovering Leonie was pregnant with twins and how they went on to have a C-section due to pre-eclampsia. He candidly talks about the disappointment he felt when they needed to engage with maternity services and how he leaned into his spiritual side to help him as he dee...

    55 min

  3. NOV 3

    Episode 131 - Part One - Dhi's Story (Father of 5) - Birth from a Father's Perspective

    Send us a textIn this week's episode, Leonie's husband Dhi shares his experience of becoming a father and how his philosophies of birth changed dramatically as he learned more about the process. He explains how confident he felt in the idea that Leonie was capable of giving birth without medical assistance, and how his understanding deepened as each of their children were born.Next week, he candidly shares his experience of how their 4th pregnancy was a completely different journey and how th...

    47 min

  4. OCT 27

    Episode 130 - A Wild Pregnancy Leading to Surprise Twins with Leonie Rainbird Savin

    Send us a textIn this week's episode, I am chatting with Leonie Rainbird Savin who is sharing her experience of wild pregnancy with her 4th child.She describes how different this pregnancy was in comparison to the other 3, and how as it progressed, she began to feel instinctively that she may end up needing medical intervention regarding the birth. In the end, Leonie became unwell and went into hospital to seek care and discovered that she was carrying two babies. This is a fascinat...

    1h 24m

  5. OCT 20

    Episode 129 - Craniosacral Therapy and How it Supports Pregnancy and Postpartum

    Send us a textIn this episode, I am chatting to Sarah Geraghty, a craniosacral therapist who treats pregnant women, newborn babies, postpartum women and their families as they grow. Sarah explains a little about how craniosacral therapy works and how it can support you. Sarah's website is http://sarahgeraghty.co.ukYou can find Sarah on instagram @sarahgeraghtycraniosacralIf you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sall...

    55 min

  6. OCT 13

    Episode 128 - Baby Loss Awareness Week - Amy Shares her Experience of Stillbirth

    Send us a textIn this week's episode, I wanted to honour Baby Loss Awareness Week by re-posting episode 30 with Amy from The Lily Mae Foundation, who shares her experience of discovering her baby had no heartbeat, and how she went through the process of birth. This episode also includes how Amy and her husband moved forward and how it felt for them to continue to grow their family. Recorded in 2021, she candidly describes what it feels like to support others who are going through th...

    50 min

  7. OCT 6

    Episode 127 - Choosing to Freebirth with Chloe and Tony

    Send us a textIn this episode I am chatting to Chloe and Tony about their decision to free birth at home with their second child. After learning more about the birth process during her postpartum, Chloe discovered that during her first birth in hospital, she had experienced a few unnecessary interventions. Second time around, she decided to hire a doula, and as her pregnancy progressed she felt it was necessary to give birth at home without medical assistance.This is a fascinating ...

    1h 12m

  8. SEP 29

    Episode 126 - What to Eat During Labour and Birth

    Send us a textIn this weeks episode I am sharing information with you about what to eat during labour and birth. It's always difficult to think about what to pack in your birth bag, and I have tried to give you ideas that you might not have thought of. I also speak about the role that your birth partner plays in feeding you during this time and why it is so important. If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://b...

    36 min
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Everything a pregnant woman and her partner need to know to support them in preparation for labour, birth, and the early days with a new baby. This podcast gives both you and your partner the confidence and knowledge about the role they play throughout your birth, so they don't undermine or ruin the birth for you. Throughout these episodes, my guests and I will share with you our experience of being a birth keeper and advocate for women across the globe. This podcast is inclusive and invites guests from all backgrounds to enable you to hear a wide range of experiences. 

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  • Creator
    Sallyann Beresford
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    134
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Ultimate Birth Partner Podcast

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