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Episode 28 is shared by Madi a first time mum that trusted her body and birth so much that she freebirthed with her first baby. Madi discusses her decision to freebirth as a first time mum, her initial fears, and what helped her overcome and work with her fears. This is a great example of trusting your self, your body and trusting your intuition.

Links:

• The Authentic Birthkeeper https://www.instagram.com/the_authentic_birthkeeper/
• Freebirth Society Course https://www.freebirthsociety.com/
• Dr Sarah Buckley https://sarahbuckley.com/
• Jane Hardwick Collins https://janehardwickecollings.com/
• Postnatal Depletion https://kinfertility.com.au/blog/postnatal-depletion

CHAPTERS

01:24
Madi's Decision to Free Birth

03:07
Overcoming Fears and Making the Decision

04:00
Gaining Support from Madi's Husband

04:27
Deepening the Desire for Free Birth

06:18
The Impact of Contraception on Birth Choices

07:14
Challenging Stereotypes about Free Birth

08:12
Addressing Fears and Concerns

09:11
Working through Fears of Death

09:39
Educating Herself on Birth

10:35
Informal Birth Education

11:33
The Impact of Birth Stories and Conversations

12:29
The Long Process of Learning and Unlearning

13:27
Connecting with the Spirit Baby

14:25
Trusting Instincts and Avoiding Regret

15:21
The Black and White View of Birth Choices

16:17
Negative Experiences with the Hospital System

21:03
Reactions from Family and Friends

23:29
The Ripple Effects of Free Birth in the Community

25:22
Positive and Negative Responses to Free Birth

27:16
Engaging with the Hospital System

29:04
Pregnancy and Job Loss

32:16
Resting and Preparing for Birth

35:09
Preparing Partner for Birth

37:27
Early Signs of Labor

39:23
Laboring at Home

46:56
Pushing Phase

51:15
Crowning and Birth

56:51
Birthing the Placenta

01:04:04
Postpartum Experience

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