This episode explores how partners can meaningfully support someone during a homebirth, beginning with prenatal preparation and continuing through labor. Sarah and Charli emphasize that education, emotional presence, and calmness are the most impactful contributions a partner can make. Practical support (such as managing logistics, communication, and the home environment) helps create space for the laboring person to focus inward. They also share common mistakes to avoid and highlight the importance of teamwork with doulas and midwives. Ultimately, the episode reinforces that partner support plays a vital role in shaping a positive and connected birth experience.

If you like what you get here, you'll like our online childbirth education course even more. It's a more detailed look at the stages of labor, how to cope, and what to do along the way to set yourself up for success. It also shows partners what to expect from their point of view and what they can do to support you in labor.

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The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of midwifery, medicine, or other professional health care services. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast are at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

In this episode, Sarah and Charli explore the common and often frustrating experience of insomnia during pregnancy, offering both validation and practical support. They highlight how disrupted sleep is frequently linked to low blood sugar, encouraging nighttime nourishment and more consistent daytime eating. The conversation also covers key supplements like magnesium and iron, gentle herbal remedies, and strategies for managing restless leg syndrome. With a focus on nervous system regulation and sleep hygiene, the episode provides a holistic, midwifery-informed approach to improving rest.

If you like what you get here, you'll like our online childbirth education course even more. It's a more detailed look at the stages of labor, how to cope, and what to do along the way to set yourself up for success. It also shows partners what to expect from their point of view and what they can do to support you in labor.

Stay Connected With Us!

• Website: https://hearthandhomemidwifery.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/HearthandHomeMidwifery
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HearthandHomeMidwifery
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hearthandhomemidwifery1206

The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of midwifery, medicine, or other professional health care services. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast are at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

In this episode, Sarah and Charli revisit Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in pregnancy, offering updated, evidence-based guidance on screening and treatment. They explain what GBS is, why it matters for newborns, and how current protocols (like antibiotics in labor) significantly reduce risk while also introducing important tradeoffs. The conversation explores both standard U.S. practices and alternative approaches used globally, emphasizing informed consent and individualized care. Listeners are encouraged to weigh the benefits, limitations, and unknowns in order to make decisions that align with their values and birth goals. Overall, the episode balances clinical insight with a thoughtful, empowering approach to decision-making.

If you like what you get here, you'll like our online childbirth education course even more. It's a more detailed look at the stages of labor, how to cope, and what to do along the way to set yourself up for success. It also shows partners what to expect from their point of view and what they can do to support you in labor.

Stay Connected With Us!

• Website: https://hearthandhomemidwifery.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/HearthandHomeMidwifery
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HearthandHomeMidwifery
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hearthandhomemidwifery1206

The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of midwifery, medicine, or other professional health care services. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast are at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.