Your Birth Advocate

Have you heard of a birth plan, but do not know where to start? This podcast is for you! Today we talk about what a birth plan is, how it can help you in your labor and delivery experience, my best tips for creating one and what NOT TO DO. Are you pregnant and want to start looking into birth plans? I have a birth plan guide + template for vaginal deliveries and c-sections! Check it out in the link below. https://linktr.ee/YourBirthAdvocates --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week I answered questions that you had on pregnancy, labor, and birth. Some topics we cover are epidural, Pitocin, movement in labor, and requesting a c-section! I hope you enjoy it! Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is educational and no medical advice. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today we are going to compare the research and policies of countries in regards to eating in labor. By the end of this episode, you should have enough things in your toolbox to make an informed choice for yourself. DISCLAIMER: During this episode, I used some language that was not inclusive due to the used research language. I apologize for this. I did my best to read one word and say another, but admittedly, it is not perfect. ARTICLES DISCUSSED IN THE PODCAST (Some are repeated as they were used in multiple parts of the podcast): Risks of Aspiration: https://www.asahq.org/about-asa/newsroom/news-releases/2015/11/eating-a-light-meal-during-labor Anatomy of labor and history of nothing by mouth diet: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0889853702000299?via%3Dihub Comparing the recommended standards from different organizations and countries: https://journals.lww.com/mcnjournal/Abstract/2010/07000/Oral_Intake_During_Labor__A_Review_of_the_Evidence.5.aspx https://www.oaa-anaes.ac.uk/assets/_managed/editor/File/Guidelines/oral%20intake/oral_intake_donald_n_bristolNHSTrust.pdf Research used: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28178059/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2660391/ https://www.asahq.org/about-asa/newsroom/news-releases/2015/11/eating-a-light-meal-during-labor https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD003930.pub3/full https://journals.lww.com/ajnonline/Abstract/2018/03000/CE__Original_Research__An_Investigation_into_the.21.aspx American Society of Anesthesiologists recommendation for clear liquids in labor: https://pubs.asahq.org/anesthesiology/article/124/2/270/12693/Practice-Guidelines-for-Obstetric-AnesthesiaAn --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Listen for tangible tips to use while you are in labor and need to advocate for yourself. You do not want to miss this. You can use these tips during pregnancy or birth! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Do you want to know the most up to date research on birth topics, but are overwhelmed in the process? This is the podcast episode for you! In this episode, we go over the basics of doing research so you know you are finding good information. Here are a couple resources I mentioned today: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists  Association of Women's Health Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative National Center for Biotechnology Information Check out my other platforms! https://linktr.ee/YourBirthAdvocates --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

One of the most important parts of birth is having a provider that you can trust. Advocating for yourself during labor can be scary in pregnancy, but if you start by thoughtfully picking your provider, you can make it so much easier. After this episode, you will be ready to pick the best provider for you and know what to do if your provider is not supportive of your wishes. Interested in a FREE template to guide your decisions. Click the link below to get one to your email! https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60a6bc0c5e1bdf4ddb0f87a6 Want to check out your hospitals statistics on core measures like c-section rate and episiotomy? Follow this link! https://www.leapfroggroup.org For more information like this podcast and links to all my services made for YOU, check this link out! https://linktr.ee/YourBirthAdvocates --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In the first part of this series, Tips for Advocating During Labor, we talk about the ins and outs of consent and refusal. After this episode, you will be more than ready to notice shady consent tactics and know your rights to refuse. Click the link below to follow me on TikTok and Instagram and find out more useful information on birth! https://linktr.ee/YourBirthAdvocates --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Want to know more about this podcast and what to expect? Listen here for a preview of what is to come! I am excited for you to come with me on this journey! Subscribe to be informed whenever a new episode launches! Join me on Thursday, June 17th at 4:00 P.M central time for the LAUNCH with FOUR episodes! https://linktr.ee/YourBirthAdvocates