Induced Labor, Emergency C section and Sleep Troubles: Kelly's Birth Story + Sleep Consultant Tips

What You Didn't Expect in Fertility, Pregnancy & Birth: Real Stories & Expert Insights

English - July 21, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
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Today my guest shares her experiences of two births

Although she'd hoped for a natural birth the first time:, she had

an induced labor that turned into an emergency C section

the second time she hoped for a VBAC, but ended up with another C section

she shares tips for managing

*epidural headaches

*her challenges with sleep issues with her newborn

which I discuss with a fabulous sleep consultant who has valuable advice to share.

You can find Mary at Mother Together

This is a weekly show that highlights real pregnancy, birth & postpartum stories.