This episode of the MamasteFit Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Leslie, who shares her experiences with three different home births and her postpartum journeys. Leslie discusses the decision-making process for choosing home birth, particularly for her first child, which was influenced by her desire to avoid interventions and her comfort in her own home. She details each birth story, highlighting the importance of surrendering to the birth process, the role of her support team, and the unique challenges she faced during labor and postpartum periods, including tandem nursing, dealing with COVID-19, and managing postpartum depression. The episode also includes a testimonial for MamasteFit's postpartum program and information on how listeners can access MamasteFit’s support resources for prenatal, birth, postpartum care, and professional development for birth workers.

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00:00 Welcome to MamasteFit

01:11 Introducing Leslie: A Journey Through Home Births

01:21 Leslie's First Home Birth Experience: Overcoming Fear and Embracing the Unexpected

12:31 Postpartum After First Birth: Navigating New Challenges

15:03 The Second Pregnancy: Anxiety and Anticipation

17:45 A Swift Second Home Birth Amidst COVID-19

22:22 Navigating Postpartum with Two Under Two During a Pandemic

23:49 Understanding Mastitis: Types and Treatments

25:39 The Challenges of Postpartum Depression During COVID

27:23 Tandem Nursing and Its Emotional Toll

31:23 Navigating Unexpected Pregnancies and Mental Health

34:07 Reflecting on Birth Experiences and Advice

50:09 Postpartum Fitness and Support: A Personal Recommendation

50:54 Join Our Community for More Birth Stories and Educational Content

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