In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast Birth Story Friday, Ashley shares her experiences during her pregnancy and birth. She discovered her baby was breech at the end of her pregnancy and successfully opted for an External Cephalic Version (ECV) to rotate the baby head down. Ashley then went on to have a vaginal birth. Hosts Gina, perinatal fitness trainer and birth doula, and Roxanne, labor and delivery nurse and student midwife, discuss Ashley's journey while also sharing insights on prenatal fitness and birth preparation. The episode emphasizes the importance of staying active during pregnancy, shares personal stories, and highlights Gina's book, 'Training for Two,' and their prenatal fitness programs.

00:00 Introduction to Birth Story Friday

00:02 Meet Ashley: Breech Baby and ECV Success

00:18 Hosts Introduction and Podcast Overview

01:08 Training for Two: Prenatal Fitness Book Announcement

01:51 Ashley's Pregnancy Journey

03:42 Discovering the Breech Position

05:19 The ECV Procedure

08:42 Labor and Delivery Experience

21:48 Postpartum Reflections and Advice

25:47 Conclusion and Resources

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