Tempest - Physiological twin birth in hospital, innate belief in women to birth, tandem breastfeeding, village of support postpartum, challenges the conventional medical model

Welcome back to another episode of The Mama Village! A podcast filled with education and positive stories about pregnancy, birth and postpartum. I am your host Ellen, and in today’s episode, I am honored to sit down with Tempest, a mother of three, who shares her extraordinary twin birth story with us. Tempest's journey is nothing short of remarkable, filled with twists and turns that ultimately led her to an awe-inspiring physiological birth experience in the hospital. As Tempest recounts her pregnancy journey, we learn of her initial decision not to undergo ultrasounds, only to have her plans altered by the intuitive knowing of her 4-year-old daughter and her own maternal instincts, leading to the joyful discovery of expecting twins. She candidly shares the decision-making process regarding her care, originally planning for a home birth but ultimately opting for a hospital setting. With unwavering faith in the natural ability of women to birth, Tempest walks us through her birth story and beautifully articulates the intricacies of her experience. Amidst the intensity of labour, she remains grounded in her belief that women are inherently meant to birth. What I love about Tempest’s twin birth story is that it so beautifully demonstrates that twins are just another variation of normal. Tempest’s story challenges the conventional medical model that would otherwise push for unnecessary interventions. Tempest’s intervention free birth meant that her babies were born healthy and thriving and Tempest was left in awe at her body and her babies ability to birth. Join us as we explore Tempest's journey, celebrating the diversity of childbirth experiences and affirming that twin mamas can absolutely achieve the birth of their dreams. This episode is a testament to the strength, resilience, and unwavering belief in the innate power of women to birth. Don’t forget that if you like the show, please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast platform. If you would like to share your positive pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood story, or you have education in the pregnancy, birth, postpartum or motherhood space to share, please send me a DM or email [email protected]   Instagram - @the.mamavillage Resources mentioned in the podcast: Dr Stuart James Fischbein - @birthinginstincts Blyss Young - @birthingblyss Books by Ina May Gaskin – Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth, Spiritual Midwifery, Ina May’s Guide to Breastfeeding Birth with Confidence by Rhea Dempsey Beyond the Birth Plan by Rhea Dempsey   For a discussion around the accuracy of ultrasounds and big babies versus small babies, I recommend you listen to episodes 29 and 30 of The Great Birth Rebellion Podcast. Please remember that this is general information only and not medical advice. Please speak with your professional healthcare provider for any specific medical advice. 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.  For Music: https://soundcloud.com/emotionetoile/kevin-macleod-easy-day-no-copyright-music-103