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July 13, 2025 92 mins
In this episode we welcome Ashley Brimm, a mother of five, who shares her profound birth experiences ranging from hospital to home births, including a free birth. Ashley discusses her encounters with shoulder dystocia, postpartum care, and her transformative journey towards choosing home births after a traumatic first hospital birth.  She emphasizes the importance of self-belief, planning, and staying true to one's values throughout the birth and postpartum process. The conversation also touches on issues such as racial discrimination in medical settings and the critical role of intuitive self-care and family support in empowering home birth experiences. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:27 Ashley's First Birth Experience 06:09 Transition to Home Births 08:06 Challenges with Licensed Midwives 10:34 Discrimination in Birth Settings 14:34 Reflecting on Home Births 26:35 The Best Home Birth Experience 28:43 A Difficult Fourth Birth 43:10 Reflecting on the Fourth Birth Experience 44:23 Deciding on a Free Birth for the Fifth Baby 45:39 Challenges and Preparations for the Fifth Birth 47:44 The Intense Labor and Delivery 53:09 Post-Birth Reflections and Husband's Role 01:01:34 Addressing Backlash and Misconceptions 01:17:56 Postpartum Experiences and Final Thoughts EPISODE LINKS ASHLEY. CONNECT WITH SARAH. CONNECT WITH BRITTANY. SUPPORT THE PODCAST. DISCLAIMER. The content of this podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to take full responsibility for their own bodies and decisions and to consult with qualified professionals as needed.
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