This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Abby. Some of the topics we cover: Spotting before a positive pregnancy test Testing in pregnancy Wanting an unmedicated birth Baby breech presentation at 37 weeks Practiced spinning babies daily and she turned Didn't find out sex during pregnancy Spontaneous labour Losing large amount of water / fluid after waters broke Fast labour Immediate latch after birth Lots of...
Sep 17, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 253
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Renata. Some of the topics we cover: Unplanned pregnancy Changing midwives at 35 weeks Spontaneous labour Syntocin drip / induction Epidural Episiotomy and Ventouse delivery COVID - germs, anxiety Colic baby Travelling with baby Starting a business: Roam with Kids App Changing midwife at 20 weeks Gender disappointment Spontaneous labour No epidural or drugs Shoulder D...
Aug 29, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 252
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Emma. Some of the topics we cover: Emma was 43 when she gave birth to Remi Years of infertility IVF Egg Donor Covid impacting journey "High Risk" pregnancy Emergency Csection (had already decided on Csection being mode of delivery) 3 weeks in NICU Donor Milk Struggled with breastfeeding Mental health Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course https://www.fertility...
Aug 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 251
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jordi. Some of the topics we cover: Early miscarriage in first pregnancy Anxiety in the second pregnancy about loss Medical professional All testing available in NZ Felt excited about giving birth Diagnosed baby with Bilateral Duplex Kidneys at 30 weeks, unsure what this would mean until post birth Spontaneous labour Epidural Brow presentation Baby not descending Thic...
Aug 08, 2025•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 250
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Emma. Some of the topics we cover: Unexplained Infertility Pregnancy loss Starting IVF when conceived naturally Major accident Covid pregnancy Elective Csection Breastfeeding challenge Twin pregnancy 36+3 birth Post birth support for the boys Jaundice Significant illness for the boys as newborns Poor experience in the hospital PTSD Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirth...
Jul 30, 2025•1 hr 53 min•Season 1Ep. 249
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Woolworths Disney Collectables. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Annemarie. Some of the topics we cover: OBGYN care Elective Csection Birth Plan due to anxiety about vaginal birth Gender disappointment Hatched Antenatal Maternal Mental Health: Anxiety and Depression Psychologist support through Maternal Mental Health Planned Csection birth Baby Blues Birth Care stay Challenging breastfeeding journey Intrusive thoughts T...
Jul 23, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Season 1Ep. 248
If you’re pregnant after a previous caesarean and feeling torn between planning a VBAC or booking an elective, this episode is for you. In today’s bonus solo episode, I walk you through the key questions and mindset shifts that can help you make an informed, confident decision, not based on fear, pressure, or anyone else’s opinion, but what feels right for you. I also share practical tools to help you prepare for a positive birth experience, whether you choose a VBAC or a repeat caesarean. This ...
Jul 16, 2025•26 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Emily. Some of the topics we cover: Diagnosed with PCOS after coming off the pill Worked with a Women's Health Naturopath to reverse PCOS and symptoms Smooth pregnancy COVID pos at 26 weeks, issues with Thyroid post that Changed midwives around 28 weeks Your Birth Project course Felt positive as had been surrounded by lots of "natural births" in her life Found out sex...
Jul 14, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 247
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project - the online Hypnobirthing course you need to create your best birth. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sophie. Some of the topics we cover: Coming off the pill Open minded about birth preferences Partial break in waters Extra lobe on placenta Unmedicated water birth in hospital Messy 2nd degree tear with 3rd degree aspects Stiched in birth room then taking to surgery tor repair tear Painful postpartum...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 246
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Eve Wellness - supplements that become your body's new best friend. In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Beatrice. Some of the topics we cover: Trying to conceive for 2 years Fertility Therapist Spontaneous pregnancy Midwifery Care NIPT Your Birth Project and Antenatal Classes Waters broke at home, labour didn't start Misoprostol induction Good hospital midwives Epidural Interventions after long pushing stage Issues with co...
Jun 03, 2025•55 min•Season 1Ep. 245
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Mads. Some of the topics we cover: Concerns at scan - perforated bowel Cystic Fibrosis screening, testing and confirmation Ronald McDonald House in Christchurch Putting life on hold waiting for next steps Navigating work with pregnancy complications Hypertension Preeclampsia Premature birth 35 weeks NICU Surgery after bi...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 244
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Alexis. Some of the topics we cover: Surprise pregnancy Challenges finding a midwife Positive family birth stories Induction Language use from care providers not supportive Induction Large postpartum haemorrhage + 3B Tear Birth Trauma Baby born 6.5lbs Postpartum Depression and mental health challenges Support from Plunke...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 243
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Cass. Some of the topics we cover: Miscarriage when 4 months postpartum with her son Starting a marketing agency with Fiance Nic Cass's Dad passed away during her pregnancy Pregnancy and grief Homebirth Midwife Didn't do any testing - only 12 + 20 weeks scan Your Birth Project in first pregnancy Challenging breastfeeding...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 242
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Charlotte. Some of the topics we cover: Falling pregnant at 16 Miscarriage and not telling family Endometriosis and surgery Miscarriage, suspected Ectopic pregnancy (but was not) Pregnant with Allie LGA baby Waters leaking Induction Emergency CSection Disappointed about birth Pregnant with Ardie Wanted a VBAC Marginal co...
May 03, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 241
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kristy. Some of the topics we cover: Coming off the pill and starting to "try" for a baby Running a business and thinking about having a baby Tracking cycles Setting up business for parental leave NEST Antenatal No birth plan, open minded about experience Induction in Hospital Quick progression to 10cm Posterior Almost 2...
Apr 15, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 240
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Brooklyn . Some of the topics we cover: Surprise pregnancy Finding a Midwife in NZ when not living here Pregnancy in London Spontaneous labour (contractions began in her back) Midwife check at home No pain relief Water birth Stitches after birth Placenta needed help to come away Breastfeeding journey Relationship after h...
Apr 08, 2025•55 min•Season 1Ep. 239
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Charlotte. Some of the topics we cover: 3 early pregnancy losses (called chemical pregnancy) Hyperthyroidism Anxiety in pregnancy Travel in early pregnancy Parent Centre antenatal 2 stretch and sweeps Lost mucus plug on due date Midwife check at home Transfer to hospital Epidural only worked on one side 30 mins pushing P...
Mar 24, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 238
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Brittany. Some of the topics we cover: Fertility journey Challenges with GP, advocating for herself Self referral online to Fertility Associates Saline infusion scan Spontaneous pregnancy High blood pressure Change of midwife Perineal massage Reduced movement Slowed growth at end of pregnancy Stretch and sweeps Spontaneo...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 237
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kelsi. Some of the topics we cover: Placenta Previa at 12 week scan Birth Centre Birth Tear that needed repairing in Hospital Baby Blues Infection in stitches Challenging first 3 months postpartum Cyst in ovary Bleeding in first trimester Emergency Scan Stretch and Sweep Spontaneous labour Fast labour and birth in birth ...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 236
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Devon. Some of the topics we cover: TTC Fertility Support meetings COVID birth Induction Early waters breaking PCOS Gas not turned on Chemical pregnancy Fast transition stage in 2nd birth Birth Centre Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are...
Feb 12, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 235
Listen to me ramble on about what's going on for me in 2025. I share about pregnancy loss in this episode so if that doesn't feel like something you are in the place to listen to right now, skip this episode. Jordyn x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 29, 2025•15 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Gennady (@gennadylacey). Some of the topics we cover: TTC for 2 years Pregnancy + Missed Miscarriage 12 week scan no heartbeat Pregnancy Loss Anxiety after pregnancy loss Pregnant again Bleeding in the first trimester Hypnobirthing and Antenatal classes Raspberry leaf tea Colostrum Planning to birth in Dunedin, but lives...
Jan 29, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 234
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Zoe. Some of the topics we cover: Coming off the pill after many years Covid pregnancy LMC stopped practicing due to Covid Vaccination mandate Antenatal Course, Hapū Wānanga, Hypnobirthing Planning homebirth Preeclampsia Induction Covid Positive Ventouse, Episiotomy, Forceps Birth Trauma Hemorrhoids Medical Miscarriage G...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 233
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to That Mama Farming who doesn't share her name or her babies name on Social Media. Some of the topics we cover: Coming off the pill Cystic Acne post coming off pill Tracking ovulation Early pregnancy test She Moves (Exercise Group Online) Didn't find out the sex of baby Spinning Babies classes Hypnobirthing Class Hospital ...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 232
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jess. Some of the topics we cover: Hypnobirthing Planning a homebirth (Bloom Birth Pools) Birth Mindset Positive Pregnancy journey Spontaneous labour at home 20hr labour and homebirth Tear during birth Post birth at home Tips for postpartum recovery including Viva La Vulva + Frozen meals Your Birth Project Online Hypnobi...
Jan 06, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 231
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Georgia. Some of the topics we cover: 2 pregnancy and birth stories Hypnobirthing and Antenatal courses Birth Plans Hospital Birth Significant meconium in waters Emergency Csection Resuscitation for Thomas after birth Cord wrapped around his neck 3 times HIE - oxygen starvation diagnosis Transfer to another hospital 72 h...
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 230
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Abby. Some of the topics we cover: Unplanned pregnancy found out at 22 weeks Breech baby Planned Csection Challenging recovery Blended family Placenta Previa Placenta Accreta Difficultly with feelings of fear of dying in pregnancy or birth 33 week bleed - emergency Multiple large bleeds in hospital Placenta Accreta growt...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 229
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Gemma. Some of the topics we cover: Unplanned pregnancy at 20 years old Induction Lack of birth education Emergency Csection Birth Trauma Poor hospital experience Breastfeeding challenges Postnatal Depression Pregnancy loss - Twin Pregnancy Covid Pregnancy and Birth Anxiety due to loss Your Birth Project course Posterior...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 228
My first solo episode in a while! But feels like a good place to start - if you are about to go into your postpartum journey, you're there right now or you know someone who is, this ep is for you! Some of the items mentioned in this episode: Finger Food Nails (Stick on nails you can do at home + they look amazing) Pure Mama Belly Oil Skin Care (my fave is Emma Lewisham ) Your Birth Project course breathing techniques Beanbags (my faves are from Mooi Living ) Airpods / Headphones Audible or Audio...
Sep 05, 2024•18 min
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project , if you are pregnant you need YBP in your life! In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sam. Some of the topics we cover: Autoimmune conditions AMH Level testing Low AMH Egg Retrieval Spontaneous pregnancy Twin Pregnancy OBGYN care Balloon Catheter Induction Epidural Twin 2 in distress (Louie) Emergency Csection Epidural not working so Spinal Block needed Recovery in hospital Support system after going home...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 227
