This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Huggies NZ.


In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Selena. Some of the topics we cover:


EndometriosisMirenaMorning SicknessOndansetron NIPTTravelling in first trimester Keeping sex of baby a surprise Hatched AntenatalYour Birth Project course Antenatal expressing Evening Primrose oil 38 weeks High blood pressure + protein in urine Preeclampsia Induction | Misoprostol, Break waters, SyntocinonLong inductionEpidural Short staffed in hospital Positive birth experience High blood pressure and re-admission to hospital post birth Supply drop post birth Continued breastfeeding | Lactation consultant support


Things Selena has loved postpartum:

Noody Skincare for Sloane

Viva La Vulva

Pure Mama


Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:

Mental Health in Pregnancy

Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

Plunket - Dads Mental Health

Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ


Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course


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