Your guide to a more positive and informed induction experience
Should I bother with a birth plan? In this episode I’m sharing all about birth plans, whether you should make one, what a birth plan is, the problem people have with them, the advantages and some ideas of things to put in your induction birth plan. So get as comfy you can, grab your birth partner if possible and enjoy. Resources: Download our birth plan template and sample birth plans here: Birth Plan...
I remember scouring the internet for every available hospital bag list to make sure I didn’t miss anything. I felt like it was a small way to take back control of my experience. If you’re doing the same, I want to reassure you that really you need very little, but here’s our complete list with some extras for induction. (You can download a printable birth bag list here) The Admin / Essentials A copy...
In this episode I’m joined by Chantalle, who shares a positive induction story from Ayrshire, Scotland. During the Covid pandemic. So get as comfy you can and enjoy. Additional Resources Gillian Jarvie offers Hypnobirthing Classes throughout East Renfrewshire, Glasgow and South Lanarkshire, you can find out more at: https://www.simplypositivebirth.co.uk/ You can read more positive induction birth stories in our birth story library And you can find out more about The Positive Induction Course,...
In this episode I’m sharing my top tips for what to pack in your bag for an induction. Including some thing that you probably hadn’t thought of. So, get as comfy as you can, and enjoy! Resources Mentioned in this Podcast Hospital bag list – Here’s a link to download my complete Hospital Bag List for Induction Peanut Ball – Here’s a photo of me demonstrating the peanut ball. There are loads on Amazon, here’s...
In this episode I’m joined by Alex Heath, owner of Traumatic Birth Recovery. Alex is a hypnotherapist, doula and Traumatic Birth Recovery specialist. Birth trauma is a lot more common than people realise, in this episode we talk about what can made a birth traumatic, we look at challenges with induction, as well we what you can do if you need support following birth. So get as comfy you can, grab your birth partner...
The waiting time I’m referring to is the time between accepting induction and going into the appointment when they start the process. For some it’s just a short period, and induction happens straight away, but for others it’s days or even weeks. That time can be emotional. It’s normal to question your decision, to feel frustrated with your body for not going into labour, or frustrated by a medial reason you need induction. I...
In this episode I’m joined by Laura, who shares a positive induction story from England. Laura also talks about her recovery following a post partum haemorrhage at the end of her induction. This is a topic that’s not often discussed but I feel it’s so important to honour this part of Laura’s story. Grab a cuppa and enjoy! Here are some additional links you may find helpful: Gestation Diabetes – Gestational Diabetes UK ...
In this episode I’m joined by Claire, who shares a positive induction story from Scotland. Claire also shares some of her fertility and loss story with us, and how her diagnosis of APS or primary anti-phospholipid syndrome meant she was able to stay pregnant in her fourth pregnancy. So get as comfy you can and enjoy. Here are some additional resources related to this episode: The Positive Induction Course that Claire mentioned...
In this episode I’m joined by Leanne, who shares a positive induction story from England. This is Leanne’s third birth. This is a really interesting story, which to Leanne is positive, partly because she felt like a badass as she say. But we also discuss important topics such as writing a complaint when you don’t feel you’re treated with respect. And how hypnotherapy can help you process a birth. As always there’s lots to...
Hey everyone! I had an amazing experience and thought I’d share with you all. Here is my brand new Edie Rose, born on international women’s day (and her sisters birthday haha) I was induced yesterday with the pessary, at 11.30 am, at 40 weeks, due to having high BP and elevated ALTS. The pessary worked near enough straight away. Charlie my partner stayed with me all day as the tightenings got stronger. He had...
In this episode I’m joined by Sophie Brigstocke, owner of Nurturing Birth, Birth and Post Natal Doula, Doula trainer and breastfeeding counsellor. Sophie has a wealth of birth related knowledge, and in this episode she shares all about birth partners and how they can support you during induction. We’re talking all things birth partner – how you birth partner can support you during an induction, who to choose as your birth partner and what...
Today I want to answer one of the most common questions, what do I wear in labour?! And as with many questions about birth, there’s no one right answer. In particular with induction, many people assume their only option is a hospital gown, but that’s not generally the case. The main points: 💛 Comfy – the main point, feeling comfortable is the top of the list! 💛 Washable 💛 You can move around easily 💛 Allows for...
