Welcome back to another episode of The Mama Village!

I’m your host, Ellen, and today we’re diving into a truly remarkable birth journey with Rhianon, a midwife whose story is as diverse as it is empowering.

Rhianon’s path to motherhood is a tapestry of contrasts and growth. Her first two births were induced in hospital settings, and while they were medically managed, Rhianon reflects on these experiences with a sense of positivity and gratitude.

But it’s Rhianon’s third birth that truly captures the beauty of how her journey evolves. This time, she welcomed her baby at home with the support of a private midwife, experiencing a birth that was both transformative and deeply fulfilling. Rhianon openly shares how this final birth fulfilled her longing for a more intuitive and personal birthing experience, and she even muses about having another baby just to relive that home birth magic.

In addition to her birth stories, Rhianon highlights the crucial role of lactation support during the postpartum period, shedding light on an often-overlooked aspect of the birthing journey.

Tune in to hear Rhianon’s heartfelt reflections, learn from her professional insights, and be inspired by her journey from a medicalised approach to a profound trust in the natural process of birth.

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