In today's episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Jordan, a midwife and first-time mum who made the decision to birth her baby at home.

We chat to Jordan about her journey to conceive which involved taking Letrozole to help support ovulation. Jordan shared her experience of a swift 6-hour labour, culminating in the beautiful birth of her son in a birth pool.

Notably, Jordan encountered a unique challenge during the third stage of labor, as she experienced Vasovagal Syncope while attempting to deliver the placenta. This occurrence was attributed to the presence of a bilobed placenta situated behind her cervix, a condition known as Cervical Shock Syndrome. Our discussion further delved into Jordan's profound thoughts and emotions surrounding the hospital system, as well as the reasons that guided her decision to embrace the path of a homebirth.

Join us as we explore the intricacies of Jordan's experience, gaining valuable insights into the world of midwifery and the transformative power of making informed choices during the birthing process.

Jordan documented her whole pregnancy and birth on her instagram page  - Fromwomb_toworld

Links:

• Photographer - Caitlyn Hands (Stemmer)  - Earthchild.photography 
• Hunter Valley Homebirthers Facebook group 
• Coulton Stoliar, S., Dahlen, H. G., & Sheehan, A. (2023). A national survey of Australian midwives’ birth choices and outcomes. Women and Birth, 36(2).
• Coulton Stoliar, S., Dahlen, H. G., & Sheehan, A. (2022). Insider knowledge as a double-edged sword: an integrative review of midwives' personal childbearing experiences. BMC pregnancy and childbirth, 22(1), 640. 
• PANDA 
  • https://treasury.gov.au/sites/default/files/2021-05/171663_perinatal_anxiety_and_depression_australia.pdf
• Black Dog Institute 
• Gidget Foundation

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The information, statistics, and research presented in this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to constitute or replace medical or midwifery advice. All information discussed can be found online and is provided in the links in the show notes. It is always recommended to conduct your own research and make informed decisions. We advise you to discuss any topics or concerns with your healthcare provider. While we strive to incorporate the most up-to-date research in our episodes, we do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of the information discussed on the show.