148. MyMaine Birth: Katie's Maine Coast Hospital Autonomous Birth Story in Ellsworth

Send us Fan MailAre you a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth?  You’re in the right place! In this episode, we discuss:Choosing the midwifery team at the hospital in Ellsworth amid MDI OB unit closure and high costs of home birth midwifery servicessupplementing, acupuncture, and anemia infusionssecuring the FreshTest and challenging default policieshome blood pressure data to counter white coat anxietydeclining non-evidence-based interventionsmanaging SPD, prodromal labor, and position workhospital admission on her terms and consent-first carehands and knees VBAC, minimal intervention, quick pushing timeplacenta choices, cord timing limits, cutting the cord herselfpostpartum tissue passage, prolapse scare, pelvic floor therapytongue and lip ties, pumping rhythm, and donor milkholding grief and joy, practicing intuition, and trusting herself doula support ….and a whole lot more!Additional Resources you’ll LOVE…MyMaineBirth.com 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.