Allyson - first time mum home birth story after conceiving through IVF. Allyson shares her experience navigating the maternity system as a woman with a disability, shedding light on discrimination.

Welcome back to another episode of The Mama Village podcast. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Allyson, a first-time mother who birthed at home. Allyson's journey to motherhood was anything but conventional. Conceiving her baby through IVF, she embarked on a path that challenged traditional notions of childbirth and maternity care. In this episode, Allyson shares her deeply personal experience of navigating the maternity system as a woman with a disability, shedding light on the complexities, discrimination and challenges she faced along the way. But Allyson's story doesn't end there. As a registered midwife, she witnessed firsthand the shortcomings and traumas within the hospital system, ultimately leading her to leave midwifery. She opens about the cascade of interventions, the safety of home birth, and the profound impact these experiences had on her own journey to motherhood. Join us as we dive deep into Allyson's narrative, exploring themes of resilience, empowerment, and the transformative power of challenging norms. It's a conversation you won't want to miss! Don’t forget that if you like the show, please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast platform. Thank you all for your continuing support!   For Music: https://soundcloud.com/emotionetoile/kevin-macleod-easy-day-no-copyright-music-103 Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, and this is not medical advice. Any information discussed in this podcast should not replace the advice of your professional healthcare provider. This podcast is designed for general information only and is not specific to individual needs. Please seek advice from your professional healthcare provider if you have any concerns regarding your pregnancy, birth or postpartum. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin Gentle Birthing Gentle Mothering by Dr Sarah Buckley Birth Affirmation playlists on Spotify Hypnobirthing DMC support - https://www.dmcsupport.au/