Topic Archive: birth

August 10, 2010

Sayer’s Birth Story

I gave birth to my son, Sayer Ryan Gault, nearly two weeks ago. And I can honestly say it was the best moment of my life.

It’s strange. You have nine months to prepare for this moment, and still nothing can quite compare to seeing your child’s face for the first time. The overwhelming sense of pride and awe is almost too much to bare. That combined with all the extra hormones racing through your body makes for one roller coaster of an emotional ride.

And in my case, it was all caught on video.

See, this is what happens when you become obsessed with TLC’s A Baby Story…

For all the details, be sure to check out my birth story on PregTASTIC. My mom (who was there during the delivery) and I also shot a video where we discuss the birth story. You can watch it here.

Episode 173 | May 24, 2010

Leyna’s Birthing Story

PregTASTIC podcaster Leyna is back for her birthing story! How was this birth different from the birth of her son 20 months ago? How did Leyna know she was in labor? How a birthing mirror helped? Her thoughts on baby blues and postpartum depression. Plus, her must-haves for new moms! SHOW NOTES

Episode 171 | April 14, 2010

Ashley’s Birthing Story

Where were Ashley’s doula and parents during her intense contractions? What scare tactic did her OB use, and did it work? The yoga breath, her husband’s job interview, and mild jaundice. Former podcaster Ashley and her husband Russ return with their four week old baby girl.

April 7, 2010

Gina’s Birthing Story and Her Midwife Issues

We love birthing stories! PregTASTIC podcaster Gina is back with hubby Dave, and their new baby, and shares details about their shocking last minute midwife issues. Plus, the decision to go to the hospital and Dave’s lecture to the hospital staff. Gina shares her birthing technique and how a hot tub and Dave’s back rubs helped when pain was setting in. How her chiropractor helped with breastfeeding, and this week’s winner of the O Yikes diaper bag.

Episode 165 | February 18, 2010

Vanessa’s Birthing Story

We love birth stories on PregTASTIC! This week podcaster Vanessa joins us in studio to show off her new baby girl. What was different this time compared to the birth of her first child? What did her 22 month think of her new sister and how is everyone settling in? What products does Vanessa recommend? What’s a tight jaw? How breastfeeding is going, and mastitis. Plus Baby’s First Phone Call. Next week = Babywearing  SHOW NOTES, PICTURES

Episode 157 | October 28, 2009

Jean’s and Natalie’s Birthing Stories

Natalie’s 1 of 4% to give birth on her due date, with a worked-like-it-should epidural at the hospital! Did everything else go so smoothly? How is breastfeeding coming? Also, how hypnobabies, yoga, a birthing ball, water, and mostly the toilet helped Jean’s unmedicated birth at the birth center. Why her husband didn’t tell her the baby’s gender, and what to do with those nipple shields?

Episode 152 | August 24, 2009

Julia’s Birthing Story

How was the birth of my 2nd baby different from my 1st? Did I get my desired VBAC? Why were so many people in the delivery room with me? Plus, how is breastfeeding going? How is my 3yr. old adjusting to his little sister? What’s most challenging in being Mom to a newborn again? Former podcaster Julia returns to share her birthing story. Win a 100% Organic BabyHawk baby carrier!

Episode 135 | April 20, 2009

Mindy’s Birthing Story and Win a PregTASTIC Prize!

Mindy’s four-week early birth, epidural bliss, dealing with pressure to feed her newborn, must haves at the hospital and what’s with the weird toe comment from the nurse? Plus, your chance to win!

Episode 128 | March 3, 2009

Christina’s Birthing Story

Christina’s back to share how her 2nd c-section compared to the first, anesthesia surprises, an over-the-curtain paparazzi dad, how she prepared her toddler for the baby and a Facebook baby name poll! Plus, the winner of the PregTASTIC Pregnancy Package! NEXT WEEK: Dr. Marjorie Greenfield, OB/GYN and author of The Working Woman’s Pregnancy Book.

Episode 126 | February 2, 2009

Kate’s Birthing Story

How was her all natural, birth center experience? The pros and cons of her quick, first time labor. Did she have time to get relaxed for hypnobabies? Boy or girl? What is code pink? And, why she missed being at the birth center once they were home. Kate’s back to share it all!

Episode 111 | September 30, 2008

Leyna’s Birthing Story

Things no one told her about labor and recovery, breasts like water balloons, suck organizing exercises—for baby, and a her tips for expecting parents. Leyna’s back in studio to share the good, bad and ugly of birth and being a new mom. Plus, Leyna’s husband Brian offers some tips for dads and your chance you win a wall mural for your nursery from www.elephantsonthewall.com!

Episode 110 | September 16, 2008

Sarah’s Birthing Story

Former podcaster Sarah is back with her all natural, drug free birthing story. Her hypnobirthing experience, breastfeeding, her must haves and her birth “pearl of wisdom”. Plus, wine bottles, a baseball game and an obstacle course; wait, was this labor or a party! What crazy positions was her doula in? And sex after birth!

Episode 107 | August 26, 2008

“First Series” show 2 of 3: First Days After Birth

What to expect during the first few days while caring for your new baby? How does your body and your baby’s body change? Danger signs, breast feeding cues, car seat tips and establishing visiting hours at home. Midwife, Gerri Ryan returns for part 2 of our 3 part series. Plus, win a BabyHawk baby carrier!

NEXT WEEK: PregTASTIC “Firsts Series”. Part 3: What to expect during the first few weeks after giving birth. And, your chance to win another BabyHawk baby carrier!

Episode 106 | August 22, 2008

“First Series” show 1 of 3: First Moments and Hours After Birth

What to expect during the first moments and hours after giving birth: hospital procedures, newborn screenings, breastfeeding, importance of skin to skin, vaccinations, ways to involve your husband and some thoughts about episiotomy. Jean Frazier, RN, answers our questions as we kick off part 1 of our 3 part “First Series”. Plus, win a BabyHawk baby carrier!

PregTASTIC “Firsts Series”. Part 1: What to expect during the first moments and hours after giving birth. Part 2: What to expect during the first days after giving birth. Part 3: What to expect during the first weeks after giving birth.

Episode 105 | August 11, 2008

Jill’s Birthing Story

How was Jill’s labor different with baby #2? Why did she leave the hospital earlier than planned? Pumping or breastfeeding? Was feeding easier the second time around? Ideas to prepare you family for the arrival of your new baby? And, a freezer full of casseroles. Former PregTASTIC member Jill shares her birth story. Plus, your chance to WIN! NEXT WEEK: PregTASTIC kicks off a 3-part series of “Firsts” which will highlight the first minutes, hours, days, and weeks of life with mom and baby.

Episode 98 | June 10, 2008

Julia’s Birthing Story

A baby boy or girl? What did Julia compare her planned c-section to? Did her recommended 6 hour walks lead to an easy recovery? Julia’s recommendations for a planned c-section. Plus, HynoBirthing bits, birthing options and win this hip dad friendly, very cool O Yikes Biaper Bag.

Episode 96 | May 20, 2008

Vanessa’s Birthing Story

From trying trimesters to a textbook birth. 20 year old Vanessa says she was born to be a mom. Her advice to young expecting mothers and her breastfeeding pillow recommendation. What is a frenulum and what does it have to do with breastfeeding? Win a Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag.

Episode 95 | May 13, 2008

Stephanie’s Birthing Story

Did becoming a human pin cushion help speed up former podcaster Steph’s labor? Why did she get scolded when she arrived at the hospital? What did Steph wish someone told her before the baby arrived? And her birth plan, Coombs’ Positive and baby blues.

Episode 87 | March 18, 2008

Amy’s Birthing Story

Birth at 42 weeks: Amy, former podcaster, shares her birthing story. Did she use HypnoBirthing and how long did she labor at home? Her doula’s role, a teary husband, breastfeeding ups and downs and a HUGE surprise! Plus, no joking around at 2am.

Episode 82 | February 5, 2008

Waterbabies… Is Waterbirth for You?

What are the benefits of giving birth in water? Is it easier on mom, baby or both? How does the baby breathe under water? Barbara Harper, Founder of Waterbirth International shares her passion of waterbirth and answers our questions and more.