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Birth Tales

Serena Louth
Home Birth
Pregnancy
Breastfeeding
Free Birth
Water Birth
Mental Health Awareness
Episiotomy
Forceps Delivery
Induction Of Labor
PTSD
Postnatal Depression
Sepsis
Miscarriage
Hypnobirthing
VBAC
Doula Support
Type 1 Diabetes
Gestational Diabetes
Doula
Emotional Wellbeing

Welcome to Birth Tales. Conception, pregnancy, birth and those first hazy postpartum days are a physical and emotional whirlwind. My hope is that by sharing these unique experiences we can support, educate and inspire others on their journeys to becoming parents.

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Kids & FamilyParenting

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Latest Episodes

In this episode Jess shares her experience of birthing her third baby. As a midwife and a mum who had previously had two uncomplicated births, her plan was always to have a homebirth. Unfortunately her third trimester threw some unexpected curveballs... more

In this episode Lydia shares her journey into motherhood. After a difficult start conceiving, she very sadly miscarried her first pregnancy and talks about how that loss affected her emotionally when she became pregnant again. Lydia shares the many w... more

In today's episode I'm welcoming Monika back to the podcast to share the story of her youngest son's birth. After a traumatic induction first time around, she didn't engage with preparing for the birth until about 20 weeks, at which point Monika hire... more

In this episode we're hearing from Eleanor about her first pregnancy and birth during lockdown. Having learned lots about birth from her midwife sister and planning for a homebirth, her estimated due date came and went with no sign of labour starting... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Malcolm
A yoga teacher and mother sharing her second birth journey.
Episode: 073 - Sarah | 2nd baby, doula, PGP, heart condition, polyhydramnios, unstable lie, planned c-section
Bec O'Kaya
Traditional birthkeeper specializing in supporting women having pregnancy outside of the system.
Episode: 065 - Bec | traditional birthkeeper, wild pregnancy, freebirth, OP baby, waterbirth, physiological birth

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Serena Louth
Host of Birth Tales

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Best birth podcast!

    Hearing all of these incredible stories was such a comfort and motivator throughout my pregnancy. Serena has created such a beautiful platform to allow so many women to feel seen and heard, birth is one of the most transformational moments (if not THE most) of your life. This space captures the magic and it’s a joy to listen to 💫

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Willow Nest
    United Kingdom16 days ago
  • Relaxing and educational

    I love listening to different birth experiences and there’s such a variety on this podcast. Serena’s voice is so soothing too making it a great listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MegB7654
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The best birth prep you can do

    These stories from real women helped me prep so much for my first birth and I’m listening again during my second pregnancy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SuzieT06
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • The best birth podcast

    The range of stories that Serena has collated is amazing and I listened to every episode before my birth last year. Apart from Serena’s own Hypnobirthing course (!),

    it was the best preparation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SunshineBaby14
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    Such a brilliant, informative podcast. Serena is a joy to listen to, she is so calming and asks her guests thoughtful questions that educate and inspire listeners as they recount their birth tales. I particularly loved her account of her birth of her second son. You can really tell how fascinated and passionate about birth Serena is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CJ_Steds
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Many praise the inclusive and diverse representations of birth stories, highlighting the empowering atmosphere created through shared personal journeys.
The narratives shared are described as both educational and inspirational, often resonating deeply with those preparing for or reflecting on their own birth experiences.
Listeners find the content as an indispensable resource for any parent or those preparing for parenthood, emphasizing its role in fostering a supportive community.
Listeners appreciate the informative and calming nature of the host's approach, commending the ability to ask thoughtful questions that facilitate meaningful discussions.
There is a common sentiment about the emotional depth and relatability of stories shared, indicating the podcast is both a safe space and a source of knowledge.

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078 - Eleanor | post dates induction, epidural, c-section, meconium aspiration, NICU, maternal sepsis
Q: Did you still then have any kind of grief around not having had at all the birth that you wanted?
Yes, I definitely still had some grief. It became more apparent when I got pregnant again.
071 - Maria | ectopic pregnancy, positive induction, hypnobirthing, 3rd degree tear, closing the bones
Q: How has your healing been since your tear?
Maria discusses the support she received and her positive journey towards healing after the third-degree tear.
071 - Maria | ectopic pregnancy, positive induction, hypnobirthing, 3rd degree tear, closing the bones
Q: Are you happy to share a little bit about that with everybody?
Maria recounts her experience with her ectopic pregnancy, detailing the emotional and medical challenges she faced.
075 - Molly | positive induction, continuity of care, dilapan rods, ARM, failed epidural
Q: What tipped you in favor of induction in the end?
The longer I waited for her, the more connected I felt to my body ... and I just thought, this, I've got to be the one to get her out.
075 - Molly | positive induction, continuity of care, dilapan rods, ARM, failed epidural
Q: How did you feel in yourself as your due date came and went?
I didn't want to have to make the decision about how she was going to arrive, because in my head, I just didn't know.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Birth Tales

What is Birth Tales about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the deeply personal narratives surrounding conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, offering listeners a rich tapestry of unique birth experiences. Each episode features mothers sharing their stories, often reflecting on the emotional and physical aspects of their journeys, including the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned throughout the birthing process. Themes such as home births, doula support, varying types of childbirth from natural to induced, and postpartum challenges are frequently explored, making it a nurturing space for listeners who seek both information and emotional resonance in their own experiences or expectations surrounding childbirth.

A particularly noteworthy aspect is t... more

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