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In this episode we talk about Stripping the Membranes including benefits, risks and alternatives. You can find the transcript at preparingforchildbirth.com/stripping-the-membranes.
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Esther Kimani and I talk about the proven benefits of having continuous support during labor – particularly the support of a trained doula. We also talk about ways husbands and other support people can prepare to be better support for mama during the vulnerable and transformational time of childbirth.
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References:
Dekker, R. (2024, December 4). Evidence on: Doulas. Evidence Based Birth®. https://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/
Bohren, M. A., Hofmeyr, G. J., Sakala, C., Fukuzawa, R. K., & Cuthbert, A. (2017). Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Library, 2017(8). https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.cd003766.pub6
Bohren, M. A., Berger, B. O., Munthe-Kaas, H., & Tunçalp, Ö. (2019). Perceptions and experiences of labour companionship: a qualitative evidence synthesis. Cochrane Library, 2019(7). https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.cd012449.pub2
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In this episode we talk about the importance of informed decision making, how to do it, and what God’s word has to say about it.
Resources:
Triune Decision-Making: How God Guides Tough Choices | Desiring God
The Will of God as a Way of Life by Jerry Sittser
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In this episode, we’ll take a look at Philippians 4:4-9 and talk about overcoming fear of labor.
Resources:
Printable guide to walk through Philippians 4:4-9
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In this episode we’ll talk about Lamaze international’s healthy Birth Practice # 5: Avoid giving birth on your back and follow your body's urges to push. We’ll discuss the difference in spontaneous and directed pushing, talk about what position is best, and touch on the link between the body and soul when it comes to fears and pushing during labor.
Resources:
Pushing positions
Lamaze Article on Healthy Birth Practice 5
short video put out by Lamaze on HBP5:
Healthy Birth Practice 5: Avoid giving birth on your back and follow your body's urges to push.Connect with me:
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In this episode we’ll talk about six healthy birth practices that promote the safest, healthiest birth possible for both mama and baby. These healthy birth practices come from Lamaze international and sum up years of research.
Resources:
Links to Lamaze articles in multiple languages for each of the Healthy Birth Practices
Click below for short videos put out by Lamaze on each HBP:
Healthy Birth Practice 1: Let labor begin on its own. Healthy Birth Practice 2: Walk, move around and change positions throughout labor. Healthy Birth Practice 3: Bring a loved one, friend or doula for continuous support. Healthy Birth Practice 4: Avoid interventions that are not medically necessary. Healthy Birth Practice 5: Avoid giving birth on your back and follow your body's urges to push. Healthy Birth Practice 6: Keep mother and baby together — it's best for mother, baby and breastfeeding.Previous podcasts mentioned:
· Episode 3 – The Story of Childbirth
· Episode 4 – Thinking about Labor Induction (for more info re: HBP1 & 4)
· Episode 8 - Benefits of Movement During Labor and Tips on How to Do it (for more info re: HBP2)
· Episode 22- Preparing for Breastfeeding w/ Christine Macharia (for more info re: HBP6)
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In this episode I chat with Tara Dew about her new book, Overflowing Joy, and how the truths she presents from John 15 can apply specifically to expecting and new mamas. Tara is a mom of 4, wife of Jamie Dew, President of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, adjunct professor in the ministry to women program, speaker at women’s events and retreats throughout the US and an author. We talk about how God’s Pruning, God’s Presence and Persevering in love can lead to overflowing joy in a season of life that is “supposed” to be joyful but is often also full of lots of other emotions as well.
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Overflowingjoybook.com
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In this episode I chat with Emily Guyer about preparing for time with the Lord in the often difficult days postpartum. She is a mom of 4, Kids Ministry Director at Treasuring Christ Church and a freelance graphic designer. We talk about some of the reasons time with the Lord might be difficult with a new baby and why it’s important to prioritize anyway. She also talks about how that can look different in this season of new motherhood and gives some practical advice to help young mamas.
Resources mentioned:
Glimpses of Grace by Gloria Furman
Treasuring Christ When Your Hands are Full by Gloria Furman
Risen Motherhood podcast
Bible Recap Reading Plan
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In this episode I continue my conversation with Lauren Jones as we talk about preparing your heart for the inevitable stressors on your marriage that come with having a new baby. She continues to point us towards God and His Word to prepare and guide your heart and to help you get on the same page with your husband as you both enter this exciting and sometimes scary journey of parenting.
Resources mentioned:
Parenting by Paul David Tripp
Preparing for Fatherhood by Deepak Reju
Preparing for Motherhood by Barbara Miller Juliani
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In this episode I sat down to talk with Lauren Jones about preparing your heart to go back to work after having a baby but we talked about so much more! Lauren shares much wisdom for any new mama in the postpartum time. Suffering from sleep deprivation? Struggling with mom guilt? Listen in on this gospel filled conversation.
Resources Lauren mentions:
https://www.biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/2023/01/11/helping-moms-with-employment-guilt/
https://www.biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/2017/07/18/distinguishing-between-guilt-and-guilt/
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In this episode I talk with Christine Macharia, a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) & Registered Clinical nutritionist from Abella Health, about when a new mama might need to pump and how to go about getting started. We talk specifically about going back to work and some concerns to look out for with starting to pump too soon.
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https://firstdroplets.com/
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In this episode I talk with Christine Macharia, a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) & Registered Clinical nutritionist from Abella Health, about the benefits of breastfeeding, some of the common struggles, and tips to overcome those struggles.
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https://firstdroplets.com/
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Just a short update on where I’ve been and what I’ve been doing since season 2 ended. I also talk about the benefits of childbirth education and preview some of what’s coming up this season on the podcast. This is the study I mention:
Mueller, C. G., Webb, P. J., & Morgan, S. (2020). The effects of childbirth education on maternity outcomes and maternal satisfaction. Journal of Perinatal Education, 29(1), 16–22. https://doi.org/10.1891/1058-1243.29.1.16
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In this episode we take a look at Phil 4:10-13 where Paul shares the secret of being content in any and every circumstance.
To go deeper on this topic, check out this series of podcasts on Revive Our Hearts.
The Quest for Contentment
The Enemy to your Contentment
Belief and a Contented Heart
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Planning for post-partum can sometimes get overlooked with all the focus on actually getting baby here. But life does go on and now you have a baby to care for and your body has just been stretched and worked to the max. Maybe you even had major surgery to get that little one here safely. Either way, now you’ve got some recovery to do yourself along with a new baby to care for. Not to mention what’s going on with your emotions, with all those hormones surging around, and going through a major life transition! It’s a lot – to say the least. The post-partum period is no joke. But with preparation and good support it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
In this episode, we talk about the first hour after birth; your four main post-partum jobs (eating, drinking, sleeping, and nursing); what to expect with post-partum bleeding; how to avoid isolation; what’s normal or not concerning the baby blues; and putting support systems in place to help you navigate this time.
Link to La Leche League International, a good resource for breastfeeding help: https://llli.org/
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In this episode, I talk about preparing for childbirth during the third trimester. In addition to the things I discussed for the second trimester, you’ll need to…
· Get baby’s space and things in order
· Pay attention to baby’s pattern of movement (Check out the “Count the Kicks” app)
· Prenatal visits with a doula if you’re hiring one
· Take childbirth classes! Yay!
· Prepare your heart (spend time in God’s word)
· Get ready to be away from work
· Prepare your hospital bag…
· And more!
Here’s an article with more info about what symptoms are normal and what might be concerning: https://www.lamaze.org/Giving-Birth-with-Confidence/GBWC-Post/TitleLink/Your-Third-Trimester
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In this episode, I talk about preparing for childbirth during the second trimester. Many of the same things from the 1st trimester carry over.
· Eat well and exercise
· Continue to evaluate your care provider
· Get some maternity clothes
· Consider hiring a doula
· Nail down childbirth classes
· Prepare your heart (spend time in God’s word)
· Begin deciding what you need for baby and collecting those things.
Here’s an article with more info about what symptoms are normal and what might be concerning:
Lcce, C. T. (2018, December 27). Your second trimester. Lamaze International. https://www.lamaze.org/Giving-Birth-with-Confidence/GBWC-Post/TitleLink/Your-Second-Trimester
For more information on the Facebook pop-up group I’ll be hosting in October, check out this link.
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In this episode, I talk about preparing for childbirth during the first trimester. I touch on things like handling emotions, dealing with morning sickness, finding a care provider, nutrition & exercise, as well as a few fun ideas like downloading a pregnancy app and taking baby bump photos. Oh, and don’t forget to start looking for a good childbirth class to attend around the beginning of your third trimester.
Find more info on dealing with morning sickness in Episode #7: How to Survive HG & Morning Sickness with Charity Person.
Find more info on choosing a care provider & birthplace in Episode #5: Choosing a Care Provider.
Freebie: Things to think about and do in early pregnancy
Freebie: Journal page
For more information on the Facebook pop-up group I’ll be hosting in October, check out this link.
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In this episode, I talk about the importance of preparing both physically and non-physically for childbirth and what I mean in both categories. I also share about what you can expect in my classes and talk about a new Facebook pop-up group I’ll be hosting in October. For more information on that check out this link.
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