Early labour

Listen to this episode from The Midwives' Cauldron on Spotify. In this episode Rachel takes us into the world of ‘early labour’. She’s been promising it for a long while, and here it is. Get your lug’ols around this one! In this episode we discuss:·      What’s going on physiologically during this phase of childbirth·      Beta endorphins and how they work for us during labour·      The neocortex and what is so important about this part of our brain as we birth·      Why women in early labour who attend the maternity unit are often sent back home·      Early labour and the maternity system ·      How early labour interventions can be prevented·      We discuss birthing babies into your tights!·      And whether we can ever fully prepare women with prenatal education Support the showResources & SupportGet Katie’s Milk Supply Confidence Kit — a free resource to help pregnant women, new parents and professionals feel calm, informed, and confident about breastfeeding.👉 Download here⭐Leave a ReviewEnjoying the podcast? Leave us a review and tell your friends!Want More from Katie and Rachel?– Katie’s website– Rachel’s website 🎶 Music by Joseph McDadeDisclaimerThe information shared in this podcast is for general educational purposes only and is not intended as medical or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified professional regarding individual health concerns.The Midwives’ Cauldron podcast does not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the information provided and accepts no liability for any loss or harm arising from reliance on this content.