Sep 16, 2018
<p> Brooke was very surprised when she found out she was pregnant the first time. A few weeks earlier she had had the Nuva Ring inserted as a method of contraception. After she had discussed the pregnancy with her partner of 7mths and the shock began to settle Brooke became excited about the pregnancy. Brookes baby was breech at 38 weeks and she had an ECV performed to turn him successfully. Brooke had prodro. mal labour for days preventing her from sleeping and she was eventually induced to bring on labour. To hear more about Brooke’s delivery, her breastfeeding challenges with vasospasm and thrush, her battle with secondary infertility and threatened molar pregnancy tune into this weeks show. </p>
<p> Today’s episode is sponsored by Gather, a women’s space located in Seddon in Melbourne’s inner-west. Gather was born out of a desire to create an inclusive space for Melbourne women to connect, build community and belong. Founded by birth doula and mother of two Gabrielle Nancarrow, the space aims to bring connection back to a personal level and nourish the whole woman—physically, mentally and emotionally. To find out more, go to www.gatherwomenspace.com </p>
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