143. MyMaine Birth: How We Birth Matters - Part Three - Receiving the Light and Holding the Charge, Cam's Story

Send us Fan MailIn this Episode I'm joined by Alannah and her husband Cam as he shares how a traumatic hospital birth shaped their early parenthood. They then trace the long road to a calm, unassisted twin home birth where Cam caught both babies, including their daughter who was  breech.   The conversation turns to consent, repair, and what real partner support looks like before, during, and after birth.In this episode we discuss:• first birth expectations shaped by TV and hospital classes• separation after birth and lack of consent or clarity• retained placenta discovery and D&C under anesthesia• processing avoidance versus vocal processing in partnership• the weight of unsupported postpartum and surface help• how birth work reframed hospital versus home risk• deciding on a freebirth with twins under Maine law• practical prep: roles, kids, tub, temperature, photography• catching Baby A, double nuchal cord resolved by Cam• Baby B breech with cord entanglement calmly untangled also by Cam• Receiving the Light -  Holding the Charge - and the journey of transformationShow Resources - Connect with Alannah  on Instagram or Facebook @BirthBodyPhotographyOr visit her website  BirthBodyPhotography.comConnect with Alannah's husband Cam if you're looking for any exterior home services in the August, Maine area through his website  Finn Property ServicesAdditional Resources you’ll LOVE…If you are ready to prepare for an autonomous birth experience, where you’re respected as the authority over your body and your baby…  regardless of where you plan on birthing -CLICK HERE for 10% off  the MyAutonomous Birth self-paced, online course! Not sure where to start?  I’ve got you covered!  Check out my FREE resource, 37 Questions to Ask Your Care Provider.   Whether you’re interviewing new providers or have already established care, this FREE resource offers guidance on important topics to discuss with your provider.