In this episode of 'Born For This', I engage in a heartfelt conversation with Jericho about her experiences with home births. We explore the emotional complexities of motherhood, the journey to choosing home birth, and the realities of labour and postpartum life. Jericho shares her personal stories, including the challenges of navigating medical perspectives, the intensity of labour, and the profound love and grief that can accompany the arrival of a new baby. Our discussion emphasises the importance of being clear about one's birth choices and remaining open to the unpredictable nature of childbirth.

References mentioned in the episode:

https://www.mamabirth.au/

http://www.jujusundin.com/birthskills.html

Ina Mays guide to childbirth book

takeaways

• Motherhood is an emotional roller coaster that requires support.
• Choosing home birth can be a deeply personal journey.
• Medical perspectives can influence birth choices significantly.
• Preparation for birth involves both physical and mental readiness.
• Labor can be unpredictable and intense, requiring flexibility.
• The experience of birth can vary greatly between children.
• Postpartum emotions can include unexpected grief and joy.
• Involving older siblings in the birth process can be beneficial.
• Expectations for subsequent births may not align with reality.
• It's important to seek clarity and avoid fear in birth choices.

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