A Twin Home Birth Story: Making Informed Decisions, Braving an Unmedicated Birth & Self-Advocacy

#27: In this episode, Victoria McGuckin shares her inspiring unmedicated twin home birth story, tips for managing labor pain, and empowering advice for moms. Victoria is a mom of 3 and the host of the Whole Birth Wellness Podcast, where she shares encouragement and conversations to help moms feel informed, confident, and supported.KEYTAKE AWAYSVictoria’s journey to a home birth with twins and her decision-making processManaging labor without medication, including breathing techniques and mindsetThe significance of informed consent and advocating for your birth preferences in hospitalsTips for pregnancy nutrition, especially high-protein diets and reducing swellingNavigating high-risk pregnancies and trusting your intuitionPractical logistics for home birth, including setting up the birthing spaceSupporting mental health and self-care during pregnancy and postpartumEPISODE SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by Thrive Market -> $20 off your first 3 orders and a free gift!CONNECT WITH VICInstagram @WholeBirthWellnessWithVicWhole Birth Wellness PodcastStudy On Birthing OutcomesCONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESSInstagram @TwinMomLifePodcastDISCOUNT CODESLooking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding TwinsRiverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here!Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order!I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor!ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase!I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara!Needed -> 20% off your first order!I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.