E88: What Your Midwife Wishes You Knew

The truths and tips midwives want every parent to hear.

In this heartfelt (and hilarious) episode of Growing, we throw to our fellow midwives  our “middy sisters” to share the things we wish more women knew.

From body fluids and body hair to co-sleeping and safe sleep, from breastfeeding challenges to being loud in labour - we cover it all with no filter.

Here’s the truth about midwives:

- We don’t care if you’re loud in labour.

- We want you to prepare for birth and postpartum - because both matter.

- And we think you’re absolutely amazing.

What we cover:

• Why your body doesn’t need to be hidden or apologised for

• The unfiltered truth about breastfeeding, sleep, and support

• Why we welcome (and expect!) vocalisation in labour

• Our biggest wish: that families prepare for postpartum and birth

• The deep honour of walking alongside you as midwives

Resources & Mentions:

• Red Nose Safe Sleep Guidelines: rednose.org.au/section/safe-sleeping
  

• The Safe Seven Co-Sleeping Framework: llli.org/breastfeeding-info/sleep-bedshare
  

• PowerBirth Course: Learn how to advocate for your birth with confidence → powerbirthcourse.com.au

Related Episodes You’ll Love:

• Vaginal Birth Non-Negotiables → Listen here
  

• Breastfeeding Basics & Real Talk → Listen here
  

• Newborn Care 101 → Listen here

  
  

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Hosts:

@birthwithbeth_

@lillian.beth