We continue in The First 15 Series by diving into what the hospital calls The Golden Hour, that precious time we can spend with our baby, bonding skin to skin with a limited amount of interruptions.

We will discuss the benefits that have been proven during this time and the importance of a more hands off approach during this period. I will also discuss how the push and sell of this hour can actually be detrimental to the parents who may have that time interrupted, or never get it at all.

Where is the balance and how do we best approach this topic to receive the benefits, tune into our own biological needs, and limit the grief and disappointment when it doesn't look like we had planned? Join me now!

Don’t miss this week’s LIVE workshop where I will lift the curtain of the hospital birth system to empower you to the birth you want and deserve! Don’t get stomped on at the hospital door, find your voice and how to use it! Register here: https://myfriendsanurse.com/onlineworkshop1010

00:39 Exploring the Golden Hour

04:29 The Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact

09:57 Hospital Policies and Practices

19:51 Challenges and Realities of the Golden Hour

31:13 Historical Context

32:33 Transition to Postpartum Care

33:02 The Golden Hour: Benefits

34:46 Unrealistic Expectations and Mental Health

36:56 Personal Experiences and Challenges

40:18 Communication and Support During Birth

50:55 Understanding the Golden Hour Stages

55:25 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Topics

Resources:

What People Get Wrong About the ‘Golden Hour’ After Birth, Catherine Pearson, 2/8/22, Huff Post

Health Education Associates, Inc, based on the research of Widstrom, et al.

Acta Paediatr. 2019 Jul; 108(7): 1192–1204. Published online 2019 Mar 13. doi: 10.1111/apa.14754

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Jaimie Zaki is a military wife, mom of 5, nurse, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. After Jaimie struggled to breastfeed her oldest and experienced medical gaslighting by doctors and lactation consultants, she learned the secret to breastfeeding success wasn't about luck. It was about foundational knowledge, support, and self-advocacy skills. Jaimie became an IBCLC and dedicated herself to ensuring other moms can learn how to shut out the toxic whispers of the world and learn how to connect with their God-given intuition to unleash their Inner Fierce MamaBear and make confident feeding decisions with a sense of hope and peace.

Join in on our conversation as we discuss the formula industry, what to expect from the support through the hospital and medical system, what mistakes you could be making even in pregnancy to set you back to achieving your breastfeeding goals, and the significance of having the RIGHT support and community around you.

00:05 Meet Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC

00:22 Importance of Lactation Consultants

01:30 Personal Breastfeeding Journey

07:51 Challenges and Advocacy

10:37 Becoming an IBCLC

13:33 Understanding Lactation Certifications

16:59 Hospital Experiences and Advice

25:57 The Confident Mama Bear Society

36:58 Personal Struggles with Breastfeeding

37:47 Preventable and Fixable Breastfeeding Issues

38:23 The Confident Mama Bear Society

39:46 The Importance of Early Support

42:00 Trustworthy Pediatricians and Breastfeeding

57:21 The Role of Partners in Breastfeeding

01:02:33 Conclusion and Resources

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Are you a birth nerd interested in the first 15 minutes after birth and everything that happens within those first 15 minutes? Such as decisions you need to make and include in your birth plan. Then tune into this first 15 series for in depth knowledge on what’s going on within the first 15 minutes, the history, current practices, and YOUR options. Being informed is the best way to prepare for your birth experience. Join us for in depth, educational discussions on the most important topics and decisions you’ll be making in the 1st 15 minutes after birth!

Welcome to this segment of The Birth Link podcast, the First 15 Series, where today I’m diving deep on the fascinating topic of placenta encapsulation.

From the consumption of the placenta after childbirth, to the various ways to preserve the placenta, your rights with placenta encapsulation, risks and benefits of placenta consumption, evidence based practices, and cultural rituals, we’re covering it all in this educational episode.

We’ll also examine the modern trend of placenta encapsulation and consumption, highlighting the purported benefits, risks, and current scientific evidence.

I’m here to provide you with the facts and history, acknowledging the lack of conclusive research while discussing the potential benefits and cultural significance.

It’s important to make informed decisions regarding how your placenta is used or preserved afterbirth, BEFORE you’re in labor.

If you’re wanting to learn all about placenta encapsulation and your options, then listen in.

00:00 Welcome to the Birthlink Podcast

00:39 Diving into Placenta Research

01:54 Introduction to the Placenta

03:51 The Role and Function of the Placenta

07:24 Placentophagy in the Animal Kingdom

15:05 Human Practices and Trends

17:35 Celebrity Influence on Placenta Consumption

19:30 Evaluating the Benefits and Risks

33:41 Personal Views on Placenta Consumption

34:11 Global Perspectives on Placenta Practices

37:03 Historical and Cultural Rituals

45:01 Traditional Chinese Medicine and Placenta

50:05 Modern Medical Concerns and Legalities

57:42 Options for Handling the Placenta

01:09:03 Final Thoughts and Future Discussions

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For more information about your state’s regulations around placenta disposal check out americord

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