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Discover the pivotal elements that can unexpectedly turn a birth experience from joyful to challenging. On this episode of The Ordinary Doula Podcast, we draw on a wealth of insights from my 20 years as a seasoned doula and the compelling data from a comprehensive 15-year retrospective survey. We unravel the mystery behind why 60% of surveyed clients found lengthy labor to be a major hurdle, often catching expectant parents off guard. With labor sometimes stretching on for days, even the most prepared individuals might find their birth plans shifting dramatically as time progresses and fatigue sets in.

But what about the unseen dynamics in the delivery room? Forty percent of respondents pointed to their interactions with nurses as another significant influencer of their birth experiences. As a doula, I've witnessed firsthand how nurses tread the complex line between hospital policies and patient advocacy, which can sometimes lead to tension. I share strategies for expectant parents to navigate these interactions, potentially transforming what could be a stressful situation into a more empowering and supportive one. Join me as we explore these crucial topics, offering fresh perspectives and practical advice to help you and your partner prepare for a more positive birth journey.

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Host: Angie Rosier
Music: Michael Hicks
Photographer: Toni Walker
Episode Artwork: Nick Greenwood
Producer: Gillian Rosier
Voiceover: Ryan Parker

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Ever wondered what truly makes a birth experience empowering and memorable? Join The Ordinary Doula Podcast as we uncover the key factors that contribute to positive childbirth experiences, backed by insights from over 200 clients. Discover why a staggering 93% of respondents highlight the indispensable role of a doula, and how partner participation and effective communication can transform the birthing journey.

Through Angie’s lens of 20 years in a bustling doula practice, this episode sheds light on the gaps within hospital systems and the vital role doulas play in bridging those gaps. Engage with the stories of empowerment, where the synergy between doulas, partners, and communication unlocks the potential for remarkable birth experiences. Whether you're an expectant parent, a birth professional, or a birth story enthusiast, Angie's exploration offers invaluable perspectives on shaping empowering birth journeys.

Visit our website, here: https://birthlearning.com/
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Host: Angie Rosier
Music: Michael Hicks
Photographer: Toni Walker
Episode Artwork: Nick Greenwood
Producer: Gillian Rosier
Voiceover: Ryan Parker

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Unlock the transformative power of touch during labor and birth in our latest episode of The Ordinary Doula Podcast. Discover how a simple gesture can provide profound physical and emotional comfort to birthing individuals. With insights from a personal story, we unravel the contrasting dynamics of touch in delivery rooms, where clinical professionals often focus on tasks over tenderness. Learn how partners and doulas provide vital support through techniques like counter pressure and massage, creating a supportive environment founded on trust and consent.

Explore effective laboring touch techniques that enhance the birthing experience. We journey through areas of the body where touch can offer significant relief, from firm contact on the sacrum and pelvis to the soothing strokes of effleurage on the upper back. Delve into the subtle art of using touch as an emotional connector, where gestures like a gentle forehead touch or a reassuring handhold can mean the world. This episode is a masterclass in reading body language and adapting to changing touch preferences, empowering partners and support persons to make touch a purposeful and compassionate tool during labor.

Visit our website, here: https://birthlearning.com/
Follow us on Facebook at Birth Learning
Follow us on Instagram at @birthlearning

Show Credits

Host: Angie Rosier
Music: Michael Hicks
Photographer: Toni Walker
Episode Artwork: Nick Greenwood
Producer: Gillian Rosier
Voiceover: Ryan Parker