Kobi + Dovie: "The Fear Is Loud In Pregnancy, But The Love Is Louder"

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 cities while pregnant and rebuilding support networks Growth concerns in pregnancy and SGA clinic care Induction birth story at 37 weeks (balloon induction and syntocin) Hospital birth experience in New Zealand Third-degree tear recovery and labial tear Significant postpartum blood loss (1 litre) Early postpartum recovery and hospital stay Breastfeeding struggles and painful early feeding journey Postpartum hormonal changes and emotional wellbeing Depression diagnosis and mental health support The importance of village support, nourishment and postpartum care How motherhood changed her identity and perspective Healing after birth and finding strength in motherhood Your Birth Project Online Hypnobirthing Course https://www.fertilityassociates.co.nz/book-a-free-nurse-consult Please seek support for any mental health concerns. Some helpful links are below: Mental Health in Pregnancy Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Aotearoa Plunket - Dads Mental Health Little Shadow - Private Counselling NZ Find me @kiwibirthtales and @yourbirthproject Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.