Kiwi Birth Tales
You're not alone on this journey, be it trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum or wanting to relate to your own children who are now giving birth we have got a story for you. Your host Jordyn talks to Kiwi families about their experiences and brings us all together as a community, let's laugh, cry and celebrate together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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!!!!
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 cit...
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 ban...
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
- ...
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 a...
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 ...
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
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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 Georgia. Some of the topics we cover:
- Early pregnancy loss
- Bloating in pregnancy
- Morning sickness
- My Little Kiwi Antenatal Course
- Spontaenous labour at home
- Birth at birth unit
- 3B tear after long pushing stage
- Transfer to hospital for surgical repair
- Collecting colostrum in pregnancy
- Nipple shield...
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 Lexi. Some of the topics we cover:
- Hatched Antenatal Course
- Antenatal Expressing
- Pilates in pregnancy
- Positive feeling towards homebirth but didn't plan to have one
- Spontaneous labour
- Being checked at home
- Throwing up, transition
- Birthing at home unplanned without a midwife present
- 2nd degree tear t...
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 Abby. Some of the topics we cover:
- Spotting before a positive pregnancy test
- Testing in pregnancy
- Wanting an unmedicated birth
- Baby breech presentation at 37 weeks
- Practiced spinning babies daily and she turned
- Didn't find out sex during pregnancy
- Spontaneous labour
- Losing large amount of water...
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 Renata. Some of the topics we cover:
- Unplanned pregnancy
- Changing midwives at 35 weeks
- Spontaneous labour
- Syntocin drip / induction
- Epidural
- Episiotomy and Ventouse delivery
- COVID - germs, anxiety
- Colic baby
- Travelling with baby
- Starting a business: Roam with Kids App
- Changing midwife at 20 weeks
- ...
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 Emma. Some of the topics we cover:
- Emma was 43 when she gave birth to Remi
- Years of infertility
- IVF
- Egg Donor
- Covid impacting journey
- "High Risk" pregnancy
- Emergency Csection (had already decided on Csection being mode of delivery)
- 3 weeks in NICU
- Donor Milk
- Struggled with breastfeeding
- Mental h...
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 Jordi. Some of the topics we cover:
- Early miscarriage in first pregnancy
- Anxiety in the second pregnancy about loss
- Medical professional
- All testing available in NZ
- Felt excited about giving birth
- Diagnosed baby with Bilateral Duplex Kidneys at 30 weeks, unsure what this would mean until post b...
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 Emma. Some of the topics we cover:
- Unexplained Infertility
- Pregnancy loss
- Starting IVF when conceived naturally
- Major accident
- Covid pregnancy
- Elective Csection
- Breastfeeding challenge
- Twin pregnancy
- 36+3 birth
- Post birth support for the boys
- Jaundice
- Significant illness for the boys as newbor...
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Woolworths Disney Collectables.
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Annemarie. Some of the topics we cover:
- OBGYN care
- Elective Csection Birth Plan due to anxiety about vaginal birth
- Gender disappointment
- Hatched Antenatal
- Maternal Mental Health: Anxiety and Depression
- Psychologist support through Maternal Mental Health
- Planned Csection birth
- Baby Blues
- Bir...
If you’re pregnant after a previous caesarean and feeling torn between planning a VBAC or booking an elective, this episode is for you.
In today’s bonus solo episode, I walk you through the key questions and mindset shifts that can help you make an informed, confident decision, not based on fear, pressure, or anyone else’s opinion, but what feels right for you.
I also share practical tools to help you prepare for a positive b...
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 Emily. Some of the topics we cover:
- Diagnosed with PCOS after coming off the pill
- Worked with a Women's Health Naturopath to reverse PCOS and symptoms
- Smooth pregnancy
- COVID pos at 26 weeks, issues with Thyroid post that
- Changed midwives around 28 weeks
- Your Birth Project course
- Felt positive as had...
This episode of Kiwi Birth Tales is proudly brought to you by Your Birth Project - the online Hypnobirthing course you need to create your best birth.
In this episode of Kiwi Birth Tales, I speak to Sophie. Some of the topics we cover:
- Coming off the pill
- Open minded about birth preferences
- Partial break in waters
- Extra lobe on placenta
- Unmedicated water birth in hospital
- Messy 2nd degree tear with 3rd degree aspects
- Stiche...
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