In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast's Birth Story Friday, Grace Ann shares her experiences of having two home births, including dealing with a postpartum hemorrhage. Midwives expertly managed the situation, ensuring the safety of both mother and baby. Grace Ann highlights the importance of having midwives capable of handling emergencies and discusses her preparation, labor, and postpartum journeys. The hosts, Gina and Roxanne, perinatal fitness trainers, birth doulas, and healthcare professionals, emphasize the significance of understanding emergency plans with your care provider when opting for home births.

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00:00 Introduction to Grace Ann's Home Birth Story

00:17 Meet the Hosts: Gina and Roxanne

01:21 Grace Ann's Birth Preparation Journey

02:20 Choosing Home Birth and Finding a Midwife

05:45 End of Pregnancy and Beginning of Labor

07:59 Labor Progression and Early Contractions

10:43 Support Techniques During Labor

11:57 Challenges and Frustrations in Labor

14:52 Pushing Phase and Delivery

20:27 Postpartum Hemorrhage and Midwife's Response

23:20 Postpartum Recovery and Reflections

23:57 Postpartum Challenges and Recovery

24:55 Second Pregnancy and Unexpected Bleeding

28:28 Labor and Delivery of Second Child

38:11 Postpartum Experience with Second Child

40:22 Reflections on Home Birth and Advice

44:45 Podcast Conclusion and Resources

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