GentleBirth - The GentleBirth Podcast | Positive Birth Stories, Pregnancy, Birth & Breastfeeding with Midwife Tracy Donegan and Guests
16 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 6 ratingsAt GentleBirth we believe that a positive birth comes in many forms - and it's always defined by Mom.
We've combined brain science, birth science and technology using the GentleBirth App to help you 'train your brain' for a positive pregnancy, birth and parenting experience.
Each day of your pregnancy and postpartum period the GentleBirth App will recommend simple but effective mindfulness techniques, hypnosis, breathing techniques and affirmations for you and your partner to build confidence and reduce fear.
Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store.
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Episodes
Almost a Maternal Assisted Cesarean
November 23, 2022 23:39 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBCaroline Weeks was hours away from her Maternal Assisted Cesarean with her consultant Dr. McCaffrey when senior hospital staff in Limerick cancelled her cesarean. Not only was her MAC cancelled - Caroline was refused care at the hospital for a 'standard' cesarean. Email me at [email protected] for Caroline's contact details if you'd like to connect.
Iron in Pregnancy
November 03, 2021 15:41 - 40 minutes - 22.4 MBLearn more about an important blood test you may not have been offered in pregnancy and why requesting it can empower you to optimize your health during pregnancy as well as stack the odds in your favor of having a more positive birth and postpartum.
Hypnosis for Taking a Covid Test
November 07, 2020 12:38 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThis hypnosis session was created so reduce anxiety for anyone preparing for a Covid test. Use for several days before your test and just before your test is administered. Do not use while driving. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagram.com/gentlebirthofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/u...
GentleBirth Hypnobirthing Immunity Affirmations
March 20, 2020 00:02 - 8 minutes - 7.83 MBReduce stress and support your immune system in pregnancy during the Covid-19 pandemic. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagram.com/gentlebirthofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/user/GentleBirthTV https://www.facebook.com/groups/273661266056860/ https://twitter.com/GentleBirth https://ww...
GentleBirth Hypnobirthing Immune Booster for Pregnancy
March 19, 2020 23:41 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBSeveral studies over the last 20 years suggest that psychological interventions such as guided imagery can positively alter the immune system. In light of the current pandemic GentleBirth has created this free hypnobirthing Mp3 to support moms during pregnancy. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://ww...
The Gift of Surrogacy - Kat Roberts Shares Her Journey
January 18, 2019 02:20 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBIn this episode we meet Kat Roberts who describes her journey as a surrogate for a very excited family. To learn more about Kat's classes visit: http://www.katroberts.com Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagram.com/gentlebirthofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/user/GentleBirthTV https://...
Choosing to Freebirth (Alex Roberts Tells Her Story of Choosing to Birth without a Medical Careprovider)
January 09, 2019 13:15 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBIn this episode we meet Alex Roberts who choose to give birth without a midwife or OB at home with her family after a traumatic first hospital birth. To learn more about Alex's art work visit https://www.patreon.com/PinwheelArt Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagram.com/gentlebirthofficia...
Breech Birth - An Interview with Dr Rixa Freeze - Vaginal Breech Birth Expert
November 12, 2018 17:03 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBDid you know that breech vaginal birth with a skilled birth attendant may be a safe option for you and your baby instead of a cesarean? In this week's episode you'll learn why breech birth rates have been declining in some countries, what the research says and why you might consider finding a birth attendant supportive of vaginal breech birth.
Breech Birth - An Interview with Dr Rixa Freeze - Vaginal Breech Birth Expert
November 12, 2018 17:03 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBDid you know that breech vaginal birth with a skilled birth attendant may be a safe option for you and your baby instead of a cesarean? In this week's episode you'll learn why breech birth rates have been declining in some countries, what the research says and why you might consider finding a birth attendant supportive of vaginal breech birth. Did you know that breech vaginal birth with a skilled birth attendant may be a safe option for you and your baby instead of a cesarean? In this ...
How a Birth Doula Can Help You Have a Positive Birth
October 29, 2018 11:46 - 45 minutes - 42 MBMore parents are stacking the odds in their favor of having a positive birth with the support of a birth doula. In this episode you'll meet Brenda Baar a DONA trained birth doula and learn about why doulas are so important to support healthy births. At the end of the episode we'll also discuss the paths for doula training and what it takes to become a successful doula. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the G...
Compassion Focused Therapy - An Exciting New Approach to Pregnancy & Postpartum Emotional Wellness
October 08, 2018 04:52 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBMeet Dr Michelle Cree - Author, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Compassionate Mind Trainer. In this week's episode we'll explore an exciting new approach to emotional health in the postpartum period and experience a compassion focused exercise to soothe and support your body, mind and spirit today. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Pos...
Michigan Mom's Two Positive Hospital Births
October 01, 2018 12:34 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBIn this episode we'll meet Dr Crystal Frazee and hear about two amazing hospital births. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagram.com/gentlebirthofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/user/GentleBirthTV https://www.facebook.com/groups/273661266056860/ https://twitter.com/GentleBirth https://w...
An Excerpt from the GentleBirth Book
September 17, 2018 12:35 - 35 minutes - 8.22 MBEnjoy an excerpt from the new GentleBirth book including some inspirational birth stories. At GentleBirth we believe that a positive birth comes in many forms - and it's always defined my Mom. We've combined brain science, birth science and technology using the GentleBirth App to help you 'train your brain' for a positive pregnancy, birth and parenting experience. Each day of your pregnancy and postpartum period the GentleBirth App will recommend simple but effective mindfulness techniqu...
A Dad's Experience of Homebirth
September 10, 2018 12:55 - 25 minutes - 7.6 MBIn this episode you'll meet David and hear about his experience of homebirth including a transfer to hospital. Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial from the App Store or GooglePlay Store. Get your copy of the GentleBirth book here: https://www.amazon.com/GentleBirth-Your-Positive-Birth-Begins/dp/1979274754/ https://www.instagram.com/gentlebirthofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/user/GentleBirthTV https://www.facebook.com/groups/273661266056860/ https://twitter.com/...
Power Pose Your Way to a Positive Birth
September 03, 2018 12:15 - 11 minutes - 9.34 MBIs it possible that the way you move in labor can make your hormones work for you – or against you? Yes! Is it possible that intentionally adopting a ‘power pose’ in labor can influence your mind and body in positive or negative ways? Yes! Is it possible that what you wear in labor can influence how you feel in labor? Hospital gown or athletic wear? Yes! Listen in and learn about power posing for birth. Amy Cuddy's TED Talk Download the GentleBirth App today for a 7 day free trial f...
Four Very Different Labor and Birth Experiences
August 29, 2018 17:58 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBMeet Maria - Mom of 4 as she shares her fears about labor, how she overcame them and her very different birth experiences including hospital, home, waterbirth and epidural. At GentleBirth we believe that a positive birth comes in many forms - and it's always defined my Mom. We've combined brain science, birth science and technology using the GentleBirth App to help you 'train your brain' for a positive pregnancy, birth and parenting experience. Each day of your pregnancy and postpartum ...