Navigating Pregnancy Choices with Midwife Laura Green

We talk a lot about decision making for birth- Where might you choose to birth your baby? Do you want an epidural? Should you have an induction? etc etc.. but the decision making (and the impact of those decisions) actually starts MUCH earlier on in pregnancy.This week I am exploring all of this with friend and community midwife Laura Green, whose approach to informed choice, birth education and advocacy makes my heart sing! She brings a brilliant insight and balance to this conversation through her experiences both working inside the maternity system and supporting families privately outside of the NHS- always centring women and families at the heart of her care. It is a conversation steeped in warmth, evidence, nuance and honesty- everything I love a 'bit of' here at birth-ed!In this week's episode we chat about:- What's going on in maternity services and how is this impacting rates of intervention?- What are the common things in pregnancy that might affect our birth experience? (Screening for Gestational Diabetes, Low PAPP A, Routine Scans, Growth Scans etc)- How to navigate these decisions in pregnancy and understand the longer possible impact of these decisions.- How to advocate for yourself once your decision has been made.This episode is worth listening AS EARLY ON in pregnancy as you can. Though even if you're due soon or have had your baby, it will hopefully give you some perspective on your experiences so far.So, set aside an hour, grab a pen and paper if you can, and enjoy!______________________________________Laura Green LinksLaura's  WebsiteFollow Laura on Instagram________________________________________This episode is sponsored by OR Collective. For 50% OFF your first month's subscription, use the code BIRTHED50 at the checkout.  Sign up hereJoin the Birth-ed Online CourseJoin the BUMP CLUB FREEFollow us on Instagram_____________________________Sign up to The Birth-ed MethodSupport the show