In this episode of the birthwell podcast, Laura & Nadia interview Kate Pangos, a certified doula and Pilates instructor, who shares her unique birth experiences while living abroad. Kate discusses her journey from becoming a doula after her own birth experience to navigating pregnancies and births in different countries, including Spain and Russia. She highlights the challenges of finding supportive healthcare providers and the importance of advocacy in childbirth. Kate's story culminates in the successful VBAC of her son Declan, showcasing her determination and preparation throughout her pregnancies. In this conversation, Kate shares her experiences with childbirth, focusing on her journey to a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). She discusses the challenges she faced during labor, the importance of mental preparation, and the differences in recovery between her two births. Kate emphasizes the significance of having a supportive team during pregnancy and postpartum, and she offers valuable advice for expecting parents on building their support system.

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In this episode of the birthwell podcast, Laura shares her trimester two update, detailing her experiences and challenges during this period of pregnancy. The conversation covers the transition from a relatively smooth first trimester to unexpected complications discovered during the anatomy scan, including a diagnosis of vasa previa and velamentous cord insertion. Laura discusses the emotional toll of the diagnosis, the importance of communication with healthcare providers, and the support she received from friends and family. The episode emphasizes the need for understanding and managing high-risk pregnancies, as well as the significance of having a supportive network during such challenging times. In this conversation, Laura shares her personal journey through a challenging pregnancy, highlighting the emotional and logistical hurdles she faced while navigating the healthcare system. She discusses the importance of self-advocacy, the emotional rollercoaster of receiving medical news, and the significance of effective communication with healthcare providers. Laura also reflects on her experiences with midwifery care and the support she received from friends and family, emphasizing the need for open dialogue and understanding in maternal health. The conversation concludes with updates on her pregnancy and a reminder that social media often presents a curated version of reality, not the full story.

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In this episode of the birthwell podcast, Leah shares her unique birth journey, detailing her experiences with both hospital and home births. She discusses her background, family life, and the challenges and highlights of her pregnancies. Leah emphasizes the importance of community support and preparation for childbirth, sharing insights from her readings and interactions with other mothers. The conversation delves into her hospital birth experience with her first daughter, Gillian, and the transition to a home birth for her second daughter, Elena, highlighting the emotional and physical aspects of labor and delivery. In this conversation, Leah shares her profound experiences of childbirth, detailing the emotional and physical challenges she faced during the births of her two daughters, Gillian and Lainey. She reflects on the differences between her two births, the importance of mental preparation, and the support she received from her partner, midwife, and family. Leah emphasizes the significance of trusting one's intuition throughout the birthing process and the postpartum journey, offering valuable insights for expectant parents.

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