Homebirth Stories Australia

Mar 04 2025 45 ep. 108 mins 4
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A podcast that documents the stories of people choosing to birth at home throughout Australia 

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S3 Transfer Miniseries 1: Rachel - First Time Mum, Homebirth Transfer, Spontaneous labour, PROM, Prodromal Labour, Hip Pain, Elevated Heart Rate, Hospital, Nuchal Hand, PPH, Managed 3rd stage, Special Care, CMPI.

Mar 04 2025 97 mins  
Send us a text Today, we interviewed first-time mum Rachel about the birth of her baby. Initially planning for private OB and hospital care, Rachel explored public hospitals and homebirth midwives before choosing a homebirth after watching Birth Time. She experienced PROM and prodromal labour, and during active labour, transferred to the hospital due to her baby's elevated heart ra

S3 EP: 2 Ellen - Two Births, Caesarean, HBAC, MGP, Induction, Reduced Variability, Epidural, Purple Line, Physiological Birth, 1st Degree Tear, After Birth Pains

Feb 25 2025 142 mins  
Send us a text Today, we’re joined by Ellen, a mum of two, who shares the story of her evolving birth journey. Her first experience was in the MGP program at her local hospital. After experiencing reduced fetal movement, Ellen was advised to have an induction. The induction led to complications: a fever, blood in her urine, and an accelerated heart rate for her baby, culminating

S3 EP: 1 Jessie - Four Births, Hospital Birth (X3), Freebirth, Doula, Miscarriages, Prodromal Labour, Epidural, D-MER

Feb 11 2025 136 mins  
Send us a text In today’s episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Jessie, a seasoned Doula based in Karratha, Western Australia. Jessie generously shares the profound wisdom she gained from her four unique birth experiences—three in hospital and one empowering free birth with her fourth child. Reflecting on her first journey into motherhood, she discusses how the prevai

S2 EP: 24 Final Ep of 2024

Dec 03 2024 83 mins  
Send us a text In today’s episode, Laura & Aimee, take a moment to reflect on the year that was—both personally and within the world of the podcast. They chat about the highs, the lessons learned, and some of the most memorable moments from 2024. Here’s what’s in store for you in this episode: A heartfelt look back at the past year—how things have evolved in both thei

S2 EP: 23 Dr Sarah Buckley - Oxytocin & Syntocinon

Nov 19 2024 88 mins  
Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with the remarkable Dr. Sarah Buckley to explore the fascinating world of oxytocin and syntocinon. Join us as we dive into the mechanics of oxytocin and how the body naturally releases hormones for labour and birth. Dr. Buckley discusses the history of synthetic oxytocin (syntocinon) and its integration into the maternity system, as well

S2 EP: 22 Emma - Two Births, Hospital Birth, Homebirth, Doula, Nutritional challenges, COVID, Student Midwife, Prolapse, 2nd Degree Tear, PND, PNA, Private Midwife

Nov 05 2024 137 mins  
Send us a text In today’s episode, we chat with Emma, who shares her two distinct birth stories. Emma's first experience took place within the hospital system during COVID, where she faced challenges such as having an unknown midwife, being unable to bring her doula into the birth space, and not accessing the birth pool when she wanted. She reflects on how the care she received s

S2 EP: 21 Kirah - First Time Mum, Homebirth, CMP, POTS, Autism, CPTSD, Second Degree Tear, HG, Sensitive Care Plan, Breastfeeding Challenges.

Oct 22 2024 110 mins  
Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Kirah, a first-time mum who chose to give birth at home. Kirah opens up about her unique journey, navigating various health challenges, including POTS, autism, and C-PTSD. She shares the pivotal moment when she switched care providers midway through her pregnancy, ultimately opting for a homebirth through the Community Midwifery Prog

S2 EP: 20 Kendall - First Time Mum, Homebirth, Surprise Breech Birth, Private Midwife, Tongue Tie.

Oct 08 2024 107 mins  
Send us a text Join us in this episode as we delve into Kendall’s experience with her first birth. Though she started her journey with the MGP program, Kendall felt a significant change midway through her pregnancy, prompting her to seek private midwifery care. She shares the powerful intuition that inspired her choice of a homebirth and narrates the moment when her baby's breech

S2 EP: 19 Libby - First Time Mum, Homebirth, Miscarriage, Stretch & Sweep, 42 Weeks, PROM, Student Midwife, Private Midwife, VE, Lactation Consultant, Placenta Encapsulation.

Sep 24 2024 118 mins  
Send us a text In today's episode, we sit down with Libby, a first-time mum who chose a homebirth for her baby's arrival. Libby shares her unique journey of surrounding herself with a supportive birth team, including her mother, a clinical midwife, and how this choice played a crucial role in her birthing experience. We dive into the discussions about her mother’s concerns and th

S2 EP: 18 Mona - Three Births, MGP (X2), Homebirth (X1), Episiotomy, Breastfeeding Challenges, Birth Plan, Water Birth.

Sep 10 2024 172 mins  
Send us a text Join us as we sit down with Mona to explore her remarkable journey through three pregnancies and births. Mona shares her experiences of giving birth to her first two babies within a hospital setting under the MGP (Midwifery Group Practice) program, detailing the interventions and interactions that influenced her decision to opt for a homebirth with her third child, s