Did someone say numb flaps? Oh, it was me.... Week 31-33 and all the joys that come along with it that, in this pregnancy diaries episode.

• Carpal tunnel
• Pregnancy insomnia
• Sleeping arrangements
• Nesting (or lack of)
• Renal dilaiton scan
• Growth scan + LGA baby
• Gestational diabetes retest
• Numb pelvic area
• Franjos Kitchen Hydration Powder + Bhone Beauty drink
• Obstertric appointment next week
• 4 weeks left of work
• Breathlessness!!!!

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This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly sponsored by Your Birth Project.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Kobi about her experience navigating pregnancy as a single mum, induction of labour, postpartum recovery and mental health after birth. Some of the topics we cover:

• Single mum pregnancy journey
• Relationship breakdown during pregnancy
• Considering termination and unexpected pregnancy emotions
• Moving cities while pregnant and rebuilding support networks
• Growth concerns in pregnancy and SGA clinic care
• Induction birth story at 37 weeks (balloon induction and syntocin)
• Hospital birth experience in New Zealand
• Third-degree tear recovery and labial tear
• Significant postpartum blood loss (1 litre)
• Early postpartum recovery and hospital stay
• Breastfeeding struggles and painful early feeding journey
• Postpartum hormonal changes and emotional wellbeing
• Depression diagnosis and mental health support
• The importance of village support, nourishment and postpartum care
• How motherhood changed her identity and perspective
• Healing after birth and finding strength in motherhood

Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

Please seek support for any mental health concerns. Some helpful links are below:

Mental Health in Pregnancy

Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

Plunket - Dads Mental Health

Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

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Keeping you updated with all things pregnancy as I get closer to bringing our 3rd boy earthside!

This update:

• body changes and updates
• pregnancy symptoms
• organising and planning
• WE'VE PICKED A NAME
• Jai in hospital
• Thoughts about preparing for birth and breastfeeding
• Room set ups

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This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly sponsored by Bhone Beauty

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Genevieve. Some of the topics we cover:

• Voices of Hope
• Eating disorder when younger
• OBGYN care
• Protein in urine at 37 weeks
• Emergency Csection (had planned for an elective csection)
• Auckland Hospital
• Breastfeeding journey
• Postpartum support from family
• Prioritising rest
• Things she loved - vital bits belly band and scar patches, carrier from the sleep store, breastfeeding pillow, baby lounger, wahakura, lanolin cream

Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:

Mental Health in Pregnancy

Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

Plunket - Dads Mental Health

Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

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This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Jess. Some of the topics we cover:

• Heart shaped uterus (partial septate)
• Bleeds in early pregnancy
• Cholestasis
• Polyhydramnious
• Preparing for hospital birth
• Transverse until 38 weeks
• Anxious at end of pregnancy
• Reduced movements
• Waters broke when in hospital
• Episiotomy and Kiwi Cup delivery
• Epidural
• Breastfeeding class @ Catherine Rietveld St George's Hospital Christchurch

Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:

Mental Health in Pregnancy

Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

Plunket - Dads Mental Health

Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

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Welcome to the first episode of Pregnancy Diaries, a bonus series running alongside the 2026 season of Kiwi Birth Tales.

In this episode, I’m sharing a real-time update from my third pregnancy, how I’m feeling physically and mentally, what feels different this time around, and some of the early decisions I’m already thinking about as I prepare for birth again.

These bonus episodes will sit alongside our weekly birth stories and give you a more personal look at what this chapter looks like for me.

If you’re pregnant right now, I hope this feels relatable in some way!

Topics for the week:

• Bountiful Pregnancy tracking app
• Pelvic girdle pain
• Pregnancy Pillow (From Carry The Mums on @ MOM Store )
• Gestational Diabetes test
• Heartburn
• Low Iron (Ferritin) and B12 (symptoms)
• Emily from @nourisher_co support with Iron supplement
• Nipple pain
• Bhone Beauty Powder drink
• Pure Mama Body Scrub, Belly Oil + Magnesium body rub
• Parental Leave
• Dulese Natural Deodorant
• Farmers Nursey Sale
• Elective Csection
• 32 week scan coming up for check of Renal Dilation

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This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Harriet. Some of the topics we cover:

• Fast first labour and birth
• Ventouse delivery
• Overdue
• Felt something wasn't right in second pregnancy towards end
• Self admitted to Hospital without Midwife
• CTG heartrate caused emergency reaction
• Emergency Csection
• Delay in birth
• Lack of oxygen
• SCBU and NICU stay
• Care not of standard, caused further issues
• ACC Claim
• HDC Claim
• Advocating for yourself and trusting your gut

Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:

Mental Health in Pregnancy

Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

Plunket - Dads Mental Health

Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

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This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project.

In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Bonnie. Some of the topics we cover:

• Unplanned homebirth
• Birth Trauma + Empowering feelings
• Close age gap
• Planned homebirths
• Homebirth Canterbury organisation
• Preparing for birth at home
• Breastfeeding journey and challenges
• Large families and parents experience with birth
• Kids at birth VS not

Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course

https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult

Please seek support for any mental health concerns, some helpful links are below:

Mental Health in Pregnancy

Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa

Plunket - Dads Mental Health

Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ

Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.