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The Better Birth podcast with Erin Fung

Erin
Birth Experience
Childbirth
Maternity Care
Breastfeeding
Hypnobirthing
Perineal Tears
Home Birth
Physiological Birth
Birth Trauma
Doulas
Pregnancy
Midwifery
Postpartum Care
High-Risk Pregnancies
LGBTQ+ Community
Breathing Techniques
Biomechanics
UK Birth Trauma Inquiry
Mental Health
Social Media

An informative and casual podcast series by hypnobirthing and antenatal instructor Erin Fung of Better Birth, talking all things, you guessed it, BIRTH! If you’re expecting a baby, or work in birth, listen to experts as we cover topics such as birth stories, postnatal mental health, birth options and even eating your placenta! If you enjoy this podcast, please send thanks buy buying me a coffee at... more

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Latest Episodes

What does pregnancy look like after trauma, and what can we do to help ourselves and others after birth trauma? I chat to psychologist Dr Jenna Brough about the different ways trauma can present in planning future pregnancies, post conception and dur... more

I chat to doula Maddie McMahon about what happens when you arrive at hospital and are triaged. We talk about the systems in place to assess priority, why this isn't appropriate when you're in active labour, how to mitigate the risks of triage slowing... more

I chat to the wonderful doula Roma Hearsey about her 3 home births. Roma explains why she had her first son at home despite planning a hospital birth, the fetal ejection reflex, orgasmic birth, and the benefits of biomechanics and spinning babies tec... more

Being told you have developed diabetes in pregnancy can be a scary thing, and often means a whole host of medical intervention pushed on to you to prevent "risks", but are they always necessary and how big ARE the risks? I chat to Shellie about the d... more

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Dr. Jenna Brough
Perinatal clinical psychologist specializing in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma during pregnancy and childbirth
Episode: S11 Ep 8 - Pregnancy after trauma with Dr Jenna Brough
Roma Hearsey
Doula, Spinning Babies Parent Educator, Body Ready Method Pro, and Hypnobirthing Teacher
Labor of Love Doula
Episode: S11 Ep 6 - Roma Hearsey’s 3 home birth stories
Nicolas Grimaldi
An experienced osteopath focusing on pediatrics and women’s health
Osteopath
Episode: S11 Ep 3 - Osteopathy and birth interventions with Nicolas Grimaldi
Samantha Gadsden
Runs the Home Birth Support Group UK and is a doula.
Home Birth Support Group UK
Episode: S11 Ep 1 - The truth behind the Big Baby Trial
Dr. Alice Keely
Registered midwife passionate about informed and empowering birth for plus size pregnant people.
Heavyweight Midwife
Episode: S10 Ep 8 - Plus size pregnancy with Dr Alice Keely the Heavyweight Midwife
Caz Sayles
A doula, hypnobirthing instructor, massage therapist, mother of two, and grandma of one
Caz Sayles Doula
Episode: S10 Ep 2 - Doulaing with Caz Sayles
Stephanie Ernst
Founder of TAPS Support, experienced twin parent, and advocate for quality information about multiple births.
TAPS Support
Episode: S10 Ep 1 - Monochorionic twins & complications with Stephanie Ernst
Emma the Naked Doula
Birth activist and doula
Episode: S9 Ep 11 - Emma the Naked Doula's birth story
Maddie McMahon
A doula and a breastfeeding counselor of 20 years, founder of Developing Doulas, and author.
Developing Doulas
Episode: S9 Ep 8 - All about doulas with Maddie McMahon

Host

Erin Fung
Host of an informative podcast series focused on birth, with expertise as a hypnobirthing and antenatal instructor.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Evidence based info!

    Love this for evidence based info delivered with compassion & without judgement

    I love Podcasts-such a easy way to absorb information whilst doing other tasks - perfect for those planning their birth

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rumplevegas
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Informative & honest

    I really enjoy listening to all the different podcasts that Erin presents. They are so interesting & informative and all the guests show such compassion, it’s one of my fave podcasts to listen to! Can highly recommend to my peers and anyone interested in pregnancy & birth. Pregnant people & families will be really informed of many different aspects of pregnancy & birth, it really is a great resource for lots of learning opportunities. Thank you Erin 😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sassysarah334
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Really love Erin’s podcast and her work. Every episode is so informative, interesting and so easy to listen to. Erin has an honest and refreshing way of hosting the podcast, and I look always forward to the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marinaraynbird
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Changed my life

    Genuinely Erin saved my pregnancy, my mind and my energy and long story short all her tips techniques knowledge education and just being an absolute legend of a woman helped me be so empowered to positively birth my baby! Fundamentally she hasn’t just changed my pregnancy and birth for the best but infact my life. She really is a life saver and her podcast is an absolute game changer! Thank you thank you thank you

    Alex xxx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex272020
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Important Work

    This podcast is doing such important work in spreading the message about what is happening in the birth world. A must listen for any birth worker and such a valuable resource for anyone who is pregnant

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8184mand
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Many reviews highlight the strong emphasis on mental health and informed birthing choices, suggesting it is a valuable resource for advocacy in maternity care.
Listeners commend the quality of the guests selected, as well as the engaging style of the host, Erin Fung, making the discussions relatable and enlightening.
The podcast is noted for its ability to make complex information accessible and engaging, especially for first-time parents.
Listeners appreciate the informative and compassionate approach to pregnancy and birth topics.

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S11 Ep 3 - Osteopathy and birth interventions with Nicolas Grimaldi
Q: Can you talk a little bit about the tongue tie?
Latching issues often stem from mechanical imbalances rather than being solely due to tongue ties; osteopathy can help address these imbalances.
S11 Ep 3 - Osteopathy and birth interventions with Nicolas Grimaldi
Q: Can you talk a little bit about some of the trends that you see in Malaysia?
In Malaysia, there are too many C-sections being performed, and often babies are not allowed to progress naturally beyond 38 weeks of gestation, leading to various complications.
S11 Ep 3 - Osteopathy and birth interventions with Nicolas Grimaldi
Q: Can you tell me what is osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a manual therapy that views the body as a machine requiring movement for function and health, based in anatomy and physiology.
S10 Ep 8 - Plus size pregnancy with Dr Alice Keely the Heavyweight Midwife
Q: What does it look like if somebody is told they have high BMI over 30?
Individuals may face clinical recommendations such as additional scans and potentially being categorized as high risk without any complications.
S9 Ep 1 - LGBT pregnancy & birth with Laura Rose Thorogood
Q: What kind of policies did you help write? What changes have you made over the six years?
Things like IVF equality, that's near to fruition, getting funding access for LGBTQ+ couples, and improving the language and representation in maternity care documentation.

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The discussion series focuses on a wide range of topics pertaining to pregnancy and childbirth, offering insightful content for both expecting parents and those involved in birthing support. Episodes tackle key issues including the importance of mental health before and after birth, various birthing options, personal birth stories, and medical knowledge relevant to maternity care. This series is particularly noted for featuring expert guests who bring a wealth of knowledge in areas such as maternity care, doula services, and psychological support during pregnancy, making it a valuable resource for listeners keen on informed birth choices and empowering experiences.

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1. The Hypnobirthing Podcast
2. The Great Birth Rebellion
3. Happy Mum Happy Baby
4. Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy
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What guests have appeared on The Better Birth podcast?

Recent guests on The Better Birth podcast include:

1. Dr. Jenna Brough
2. Roma Hearsey
3. Nicolas Grimaldi
4. Samantha Gadsden
5. Dr. Alice Keely
6. Caz Sayles
7. Stephanie Ernst
8. Emma the Naked Doula

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