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S2E18 S2E18 - Chemical Induction - Prostaglandins, process and Outcomes
Most women are told that induction is a lifesaver, but what if everything you’ve been led to believe is misleading? Shellie and Kemi untether the complex truths behind common induction practices,…
S2E17 S2E17 - Chemical Induction - Prostaglandins, Side Effects and Information
Shellie Poulter and Kemi Johnson reveal the shocking realities behind common induction methods, their risks, and the patriarchal forces shaping our maternity care system.Did you know that many…
S2E16 S2E16 - Mechanical Induction - Balloon Catheters, Dilation Rods - Part 2
Most women are told induction is the safest way to start labour, but what if it's often the very thing that increases risks instead?In this eye-opening episode, Shellie and Kemi cut through the…
S2E15 S2E15 - Mechanical Induction - Balloon Catheters, Dilation Rods - Part 1
Shellie and Kemi discuss mechanical induction methods. If you're facing induction and want to know more or are questioning its necessity, this eye-opening episode exposes the myths, risks, and…
S2E14 S2E14 - Membrane, Cervical Stretch and Sweep
When routine cervical sweeps are actually invasive, coerced interventions, are we doing more harm than good?If you're pregnant or supporting someone through birth, understanding the truth about…
S2E13 S2E13 - The Intervention of Late Pregnancy Surveillance - NST, Scans, Foetal Movement
This comprehensive discussion explores the limitations and realities of fetal monitoring techniques like CTG, Doppler scans, and fetal movement assessments. It emphasizes informed decision-making,…
S2E12 S2E12 - The Intervention of Late Pregnancy Surveillance and Hormonal Changes in Late Pregnancy
Most pregnant women encounter intrusive interventions and fear-mongering around late pregnancy, yet they often have no idea what’s really happening inside their bodies or whether these tests are…
S2E11 S2E11 - Are the reasons for induction evidence based - part 2
In this episode Shellie and Kemi continue thier discussion about the many reasons given to people to end their pregnancies before their bodies and babies are ready. They go through the reasons and…
S2E10 S2E10 - Are the Reasons Being Given For Induction Evidence Based - Part 1
In this Episode Kemi and Shellie begin a two part discussion about common reasons given to people as to why they should end their pregnancy early via induction or cesarean. We look at the available…
S2E9 - The History of Induction and Is Women Being Older and Larger Really the Problem?
In this Episode Kemi and Shellie discuss the history of induction and we explore the current obstetric narrative that women are getting older, fatter and more complex and this is why outcomes are…
S2E8 S2E8 - Induction of labour - Part 3
In this episode Shellie and Kemi continue their overview discussion of induction of labour. Beginning with at home methods, covering the impacts of induction on maternal and infant physiology and the…
S2E7 S2E7 - Induction of labour - Part 2
Shellie and Kemi continue their discussion about induction of labour. We circle back to stone babies, cover that you will not be pregnant forever and share an overview of what the induction process…
S2E6 S2E6 - Induction - Part 1
Kemi and I delve into induction, why you really need to think seriously about the impacts before making the decision to have an induction because remember you always have a choice. We begin an…
S2E5 S2E5 - The Biggest Intervention? Leaving your Home to Birth Your Baby - Risks of different birth settings
In this Episode Shellie and Kemi discuss the big intervention of choosing to leave your home to give birth and how choosing to birth in an obstetric unit dramatically worsens outcomes for you and…
S2E4 S2E4 - The Second Intervention - Appointments, Tests, Scans. What Can I Accept or Decline - Part 2
In this episode Shellie and Kemi continue to discuss the routine surveillance that is on offer in NHS maternity services. In this episode we cover low PAPP-A and continue with routine maternity…
S2E3 S2E3 - The Second Intervention - Appointments, Tests, Scans. What Can I Accept or Decline - Part 1
In this episode Shellie and Kemi discuss the routine surveillance that is on offer in NHS maternity services. In this episode we cover booking appointments, the first trimester scan, what you can…
S2E2 S2E2 - The First Intervention - Inviting People Into Your Pregnancy and Birth Space - With Tess
In this episode we discuss inviting people into your pregnancy and birth bubble and the impact this can have on your journey and your physiology. We continue our onversation with Tess Lovely a former…
S2E1 S2E1 - The First Intervention - Who You Choose To Invite Into Your Pregnancy Bubble - Chat with Tess Lovely Former NHS Midwife
In this episode we discuss the first intervention - who you choose to invite into your pregnancy bubble and birth space. We have a frank conversation with 2 former NHS midwives - Tess Lovely and…
S1E13 S1E13 - The Red Thread - Understanding Childbirth as a Rite of Passage Through Time - Part 2
In this episode Shellie and Kemi continue the journey of following the red thread through time from mitochondrial Eve to the present day. We explore the repeating themes around patriarchal dominance…
S1E12 S1E12 - The Red Thread - Understanding Childbirth as a Rite of Passage Through Time - Part 1
In this Episode Shellie and Kemi begin the journey of following the red thread through time, from mitochondrial Eve to the present day. We explore what has always and still does make childbirth safe,…
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