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Birth with Kari

7 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

This is the podcast all about birth! Birth is full of magic and it's my passion to help you find ways to bring that sacred magic into your own birth - no matter how your baby comes. I believe every birth experience can be exceptional, even if things don't go according to plans. Only you know the right choices for your body, baby and birth. I'm here to share my knowledge with you and answer any birth questions you have in a safe and loving space. This podcast is full of birth stories, interviews with birth workers and information I've learned over the past 15 years in the birth world. We will explore all aspects of birth from free birth to scheduled c-section. I’m your host, Kari Gierach, labor & delivery nurse, birth photographer, mom of two & lover of ice cream, adventure and kindness (and of course, pixie dust).Please note: Information shared on the podcast should not be taken as medical advice. Any information you hear about on the podcast and become curious about should be discussed with your healthcare provider and team to ensure your safety. You can also connect with me on instagram @BirthwithKari and visit my website: www.karigierach.com

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Episodes

Birth Story: Jill's C-section

January 12, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Jill shares her scheduled -turned urgent- C-Section due to going into labor early!  She also shares her amniocentesis experience during her pregnancy. Jill is one of the most beautiful souls I have met!  Her genuine kindness shines through when I speak with her!  She is a wellness success coach and can be found on Instagram at @JVonhahmann Thank you for listening!  I will be taking a two week break and returning on Tuesday February 2nd with another episode.  I look forward to talking to yo...

Placenta Encapsulation After Birth with Casey

January 05, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Hi! Welcome back to another episode!  Today,  I talk to Casey from Down to Earth Wellness about placenta encapsulation!  Casey has been a doula for many years, she is also the chair of the Wisconsin Walworth County Breastfeeding Coalition, a massage therapist and a placenta specialist which means she puts peoples placentas into pill form for the birthing person to take after their baby is born. Casey talks about the benefits and why you might consider doing this, the process of getting it...

Birth Story: Marta's Unmedicated Birth During Covid

December 29, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

In this episode of Birth with Kari, Marta shares her beautiful unmedicated birth at the height of the Covid-19 Pandemic.  Marta shares:  How listening to her intuition helped her change providers early in her pregnancy Her mindset shift at the peak of her labor which gave her the strength to birth her baby the way she wanted.   Books that helped her have an unmedicated birth:  Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin Expecting Better by Emily Oster If you would like to follow M...

Birth is Magic!

December 22, 2020 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.93 MB

Welcome! In this episode, I share my experience with birth work and why I am starting this podcast. I have been a labor & delivery nurse, Ob/Gyn clinic nurse and birth photographer.   I am back at the bedside as a Labor & Delivery RN and truly believe every birth is magical and beautiful in its own way. I am so excited to start this podcast to share my experience and knowledge with you and to have interesting conversations with others in the birth world to learn right along with you!  The...

Birth Story: Luisa's Fear of Childbirth to 2 Unmedicated Births with a Doula!

December 22, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

Welcome! Today Luisa shares her beautiful birth experiences!  She shares her experience with hiring a doula who helped her go from extreme fear of childbirth to having 2 unmedicated births!   Takeaway's from todays episode: - You are not sick, you are in the hospital to have a baby - Hire a doula - Write a birth plan - Let your body relax, don't fight the contractions Luisa also shares her incredible weight loss journey! If you'd like to follow her - you can find her on Instagram @MWayof...

3 Things In Your Power To Have Your Dream Birth Experience

December 22, 2020 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Welcome!  Today's episode is all about.... Birth Experience! Have you wondered what (if anything!) is in your control when it comes to your birth experience?  In this episode I break down the 3 things I've seen people do who have the beautiful birth experiences they've dreamed of.   Birth is unpredictable but there are a few things you can do to prepare yourself for your incredible birth.   I know this topic can be sensitive, as not all of us have had the birth experience we've dreamed of...

Birth with Kari Trailer

December 10, 2020 16:00 - 2 minutes - 1.73 MB

Welcome to the birth with Kari podcast - this is the podcast all about birth!  I’m your host, Kari!  I am a labor & delivery nurse, birth photographer, wife, mother of two very energetic kids and believer that every birth is beautiful in its own way.    This podcast is full of birth stories, conversations with birth workers and information I've learned over the past 15 years in the birth world.  Because we are all unique and have different preferences, there is not one perfect birth for e...