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Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box

Birth pool in a Box

Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box brings you practical, evidence-aware guidance for natural birth and home birth. Learn how to use a birth pool for comfort and pain relief in labour, create an oxytocin-friendly birth environment, prepare your body and mind, make informed decisions with your care team, plan a VBAC, and support baby’s microbiome from day one. Each episode features midwives, doulas and educators sharing step-by-step tips you can use at home or in hospital—covering

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All Episodes

49:16

Kirstie Perez - Recording Your Birth: Top Tips for...

Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box ·

2025/12/11

Capture the moment without disrupting it. Kirstie walks through consent, angles, lighting and presence—so your photos and video support the story you're living.Create beautiful birth memories while maintaining the sanctity and privacy of your birth space. We discuss: Kind, clear consent and boundary-setting Discreet angles and lighting that respect privacy A minimal gear list for partners/pros When to put the camera down and be present Birth photography ethics Protecting the birth

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31:47

Liz Nutter - Supporting Natural Birth in a Busy...

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2025/12/04

Yes, you can protect physiology on a ward. Liz shows how to use privacy, pacing, mobility, water and collaborative communication to keep labour flowing when policies and pace ramp up.Navigate hospital birth while maintaining your natural birth goals through practical strategies and effective communication. We discuss: Environment tweaks that protect oxytocin on the ward Working with staff: clear preferences and teamwork Smart use of movement, water and monitoring What to bring to soften a clinical

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44:56

Suzzie Vehrs - Techniques for Managing Pain Naturally

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2025/11/27

A practical toolkit you can try tonight. Suzzie covers movement, positions, counter-pressure and two easy acupressure points—plus a partner "cue card" so support is simple and timely.Master natural pain management techniques that really work, with clear instructions for both birthing person and partner. We discuss: Go-to positions for back/hip sensations Where and how to apply counter-pressure Two safe acupressure points for labour A repeatable flow partners can follow The gate control theory of

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50:55

Barbara Harper - Anxiety and Stress During Natural Birth

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2025/11/20

Waterbirth pioneer Barbara Harper shares how warmth, buoyancy and rhythm regulate your nervous system and ease sensations—plus timing, positions and breath patterns you can rely on.Learn from decades of waterbirth expertise how water can transform your birth experience through natural pain relief and deep relaxation. We discuss: Why warm water reduces pain perception Best timing for getting into (and out of) the pool Positions in water that encourage progress A steady breathing pattern for

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31:58

Jade Aminah - Say Goodbye to Fear-Based Birth

Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box ·

2025/11/13

Replace cultural fear with grounded knowledge and community. Jade offers practical ways to challenge unhelpful stories, rebuild confidence and protect your headspace in the weeks before birth.Transform birth fear into birth power through education, community support, and practical confidence-building strategies. We discuss: Where birth fear comes from—and how to spot it Confidence scripts to use with yourself and others Building a protective support circle Daily micro-habits that lower

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28:52

Anna the Spiritual Midwife - Creating a Birth Plan...

Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box ·

2025/11/06

Make a plan that actually serves you. Anna shows what to include (and leave out), how to express preferences as options, and how to brief your team so your "why" is crystal clear.Create a birth plan that's both flexible and powerful, communicating your values while leaving room for the unexpected. We discuss: The sections that make a plan useful on the day Phrasing that keeps doors open while protecting your values Advocacy without conflict: sharing your "why" Swift alternatives if circumstances

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43:58

Siobhan Miller - Overcoming Fear in Natural Birth...

Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box ·

2025/10/30

Siobhan demystifies hypnobirthing and gives you tools you can use immediately—two core breathing patterns, simple scripts and reframes that reduce tension and help you stay present even when plans change.Learn practical hypnobirthing techniques that work in real-world birth situations, whether at home, in hospital, or if circumstances change. We discuss: How to break the fear–tension–pain cycle Little-and-often practice plan (no hour-long sessions) Scripts to keep adrenaline down during big

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27:34

Clara O'Rourke - Creating a Positive Birth Mindset

Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box ·

2025/10/23

Mindset shapes hormones. Clara shows how to shift from fear to trust, choose language that keeps adrenaline low, and use light, sound and scent to back up your calm.Transform your birth experience through the power of positive mindset and environmental cues that support your body's natural birthing wisdom. We discuss: Practical mindset shifts that support oxytocin Gentle language for yourself, your partner and staff Easy sensory cues (light, sound, scent) that help you settle A quick "reset" drill

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36:17

Christine Taylor - Preparing for Natural Birth:...

Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box ·

2025/10/16

No overwhelm, just what works. Christine blends mobility, breath and rest with mindset tools so you can prepare in small daily doses that add up big on the day.Learn practical, achievable preparation techniques that fit into your daily life and build your confidence for natural birth without adding stress or pressure. We discuss: A simple weekly body-prep routine (movement + breath) What to eat/drink and how to sleep for stamina Fear-reducing mindset habits you can start now What to skip so prep

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42:56

Rachel Nolan - Understanding the Stages of Labour

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2025/10/09

From early twinges to transition and pushing, Rachel describes what each phase can look and feel like, how to pace yourself, and the support that actually helps. You'll walk away with a shared language for the whole team—so everyone knows what to do and when.This comprehensive guide breaks down each stage of labour into practical, understandable segments, helping you recognize where you are in your journey and what to expect next. We discuss: Clear signs of latent, active, transition and second

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38:25

Leanne Marsden — Informed Decisions in Labour...

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2025/10/02

Real-world decision-making when contractions are rolling. Leanne shares short frameworks and power questions that help you pause, get the facts, and choose the next best step - without losing momentum or calm.Master the art of making clear, confident decisions even in the intensity of active labour with practical tools designed for use during contractions. We discuss: A quick "pause-and-ask" flow you can memorise in pregnancy The key questions that reveal benefits, risks and alternatives

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Rhea Dempsey — Best Start for Baby: Why Choices Matter

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2025/09/25

Your small choices add up. Rhea connects environment, language, mobility and timing to hormonal flow, coping and baby's first hours—so you can set yourselves up for a calmer labour and a gentler start. Discover how seemingly minor decisions throughout labour create a cascade of positive effects for both you and your baby, from smoother labour progression to easier bonding and breastfeeding success. We discuss: How oxytocin-friendly choices (privacy, warmth, low light) support progress Simple

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Dianne Garland - Let Oxytocin Flow: The Real Benefits...

Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box ·

2025/09/18

Natural birth isn't about "toughing it out"; it's about working with your body's own design. In this calm, myth-busting session, Dianne explains how undisturbed labour hormones drive progress, comfort and safety—and what parents and partners can do to protect that hormonal flow at home or on a busy ward. Discover the science behind natural birth and learn practical strategies to support your body's incredible birthing capabilities. Dianne shares evidence-based insights that will empower you to make

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