# Episode 153 - "I was 12 days early… and completely in denial" - Maria's birth story

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Podcast: [The Hypnobirthing Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hypnobirthing-podcast-744261)
Published: 2026-05-21T05:30:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2674

## Resource

In today's episode I chat to Maria about the birth of her first baby. How she went into labour earlier than expected and how for a first birth, her experience was very textbook and very fast. If you enjoy the podcast please do rate, review and subscribe. It helps keep the podcast free and helps it to keep going :) Resources & Links o  🤰Join my Patreon for exclusive podcast episodes, guided relaxations, and extra birth preparation support; everything you need to feel calm and confident going into birth. Explore here . o  🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services o  🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses o  ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here o  📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List o  📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here o  🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here o  📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest o  🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer o  ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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