Trish dives into the subject of labor induction while offering expert guidance on making informed decisions on whether to be induced or not.

She covers these key topics around labor induction:

• Distinguishing between medical and elective reasons for labor induction.
• Risks and benefits of labor induction.
• The importance of making informed decisions.

Trish shares her own experiences and insights into the evolving practices around induction, including the impact of guidelines and studies such as the ARRIVE study.

As always, Trish emphasizes the importance of understanding options and strategies for making informed decisions.

“If you don’t know your options, you don’t have any” - Trish

Advocating for patient education and empowerment, Trish shares her birth classes & membership, highlighting the labor bat signal for personalized support in navigating induction decisions.

00:50 Is Induction Right for You?

02:37 Medical vs. Elective Reasons for Induction

04:01 Understanding The Induction

08:42 Making Informed Decisions on Labor Induction

11:37 Navigating Induction: Strategies and Support

15:13 The Power of Waiting: Embracing Natural Labor

16:35 Closing Thoughts: Fearless Birth Experience

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

On Facebook

On YouTube

On Pinterest

On TikTok

For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my

Trish invites Nathan Riley, a home birth doctor and holistic gynecologist who advocates for and supports out-of-hospital birth, to The Birth Experience for an important conversation around the passionate call for change in the culture of birth & healthcare.

This conversation explores the limitations of the healthcare system in childbirth, the importance of informed consent, and the impact of unnecessary medical interventions.

Trish and Nathan advocate for a holistic approach to childbirth and empowering women through knowledge and understanding of their rights and options.

They discuss the historical context of obstetrics while sharing personal stories and insights from their careers, aiming to empower listeners to navigate their childbirth experiences with confidence and support. Both of them emphasize the importance of client-centered care in childbirth and how they approach this in their practices for a more positive birth experience.

00:55 Introducing Nathan Riley: The Home Birth OBGYN

05:47 Historical Context of Obstetrics and Gynecology

07:37 Addressing the Challenges of Informed Consent in Childbirth

20:12 The Impact of Medical Interventions

24:08 The Importance of Postpartum Support

25:45 Exploring the Impact of Communication in Labor and Delivery

26:41 Emergency C-Sections: Perception vs. Reality

29:23 Challenging Conventional Birth Practices

32:35 The VBAC Lab: Empowering Women Through Education

36:22 Navigating the Healthcare System: Advocacy and Individualized Care

46:12 The Power of Personal Health in Pregnancy and Birth

Connect with Dr. Nathan Riley, OBGYN:

Find Nathan on Instagram: @nathanrileyobgyn

Visit Nathan's website BelovedHolistics.com

Listen to Nathan’s podcast The Holistic OBGYN

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

On Facebook

On YouTube

On Pinterest

On TikTok

For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then

Trish shares her expert insights on the advantages of laboring at home as long as possible to reduce hospital interventions. She shares how to prepare for this through childbirth education, labor coping tools, and having an educated birth partner.

Listen in as Trish shares her top tips on navigating childbirth with confidence, emphasizing the importance of preparation, mindset, and laboring at home longer for a more positive birth experience.

Trish introduces her three-part framework:

• Gaining knowledge - take a birth class!
• Cultivating a strong, supportive mindset.
• Having a birth plan.

Trish offers practical advice on when to head to the hospital and the power of being well-prepared to ensure a less intervention-filled birth experience.

00:50 The Power of Mindset in Childbirth

02:08 Advocating for Yourself and Your Birth Choices

03:12 Why Staying Home Longer Can Lead to a Better Birth Experience

04:50 Mastering Your Mindset for Labor

09:22 Essential Tools and Tips for Laboring at Home

16:36 The Importance of a Supportive Birth Partner

21:42 When to Head to the Hospital: Timing Your Arrival

25:56 Join Our Birth Classes for a Comprehensive Guide

26:53 A Special Offer for Aspiring Female Business Owners

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

On Facebook

On YouTube

On Pinterest

On TikTok

For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See...