{"podcast":{"title":"The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama","slug":"the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607","podcast_index_feed_id":4890607,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-birth-experience/","website_url":"https://labornursemama.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/6f06442e-361c-4b4f-a748-90a2b7b87e4d/Jh28BIpLpQ8blrG_554pTW-v.jpg","author":"Trish Ware, RN","episode_count":265,"summary":"How do I actually push during labor? Should I get an epidural? Why is breastfeeding so hard? What exactly is Pitocin, and how much will induce labor? Is there a secret to having a successful VBAC? What happens if I poop during labor *shudder*? And oh yeah, how do I take care of a newborn? I know you’ve got a ton of questions and fears when it comes to giving birth. How? Because I’ve delivered thousands of babies as a labor nurse! I’ve seen it all...and as @labor.nurse.mama on IG, I’ve helped mamas all over the world stand up to their fears and walk into the labor room with confidence. The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama is here to guide you through every step of your pregnancy, labor, and delivery. I’ll show you how to embrace your inner feminine wisdom and teach you to feel totally comfortable owning the labor room. Your body was made to deliver this baby, mama...let’s face all those fears and doubts and answer those nagging questions — so you can be ready for the most important day of your life!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-11T00:17:25.597594+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607"},"episode":{"title":"You Wanted an Unmedicated Birth. Now They’re Saying You Need an Induction. Can You Still Do Both? | 261","slug":"you-wanted-an-unmedicated-birth-now-they-re-saying-you-need-an-induction-can-you-still-do-both-261","published_at":"2026-06-19T13:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607/you-wanted-an-unmedicated-birth-now-they-re-saying-you-need-an-induction-can-you-still-do-both-261","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-birth-experience-with-labor-nurse-mama-4890607","url":"https://labornursemama.com/podcast/can-you-have-an-induction-and-an-unmedicated-birth","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c68d071d-aff4-4ff4-a6fe-a75f8ccf32fb.mp3","summary":"You spent months preparing for an unmedicated birth - the classes, the breathing, the mindset. And then your provider says induction , and your stomach drops. You know it's medically the right call, but it feels like everything you planned just went out the window. Here's what I need you to hear: induction and unmedicated birth are not mutually exclusive. I've done it three times myself, and I've helped countless students do it too. In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what induction actually means, what your real options are, and how to stay in the driver's seat - even when the plan shifts. Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cms Leave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle! 💡 What We Cover: Why induction doesn't have to mean the end of your unmedicated birth map What cervical ripening and Bishop score actually mean - and why your cervix being \"favorable\" matters so much before anything else starts Why Trish recommends against breaking your water unless you're in active labor (6+ cm and contracting regularly) How Pitocin can be run low and slow - and even stopped once your body takes over The story of Ashley: a first-time mom with gestational diabetes and hypertension who got the induction and the unmedicated birth she wanted The questions to ask your provider before you ever say yes or no to an induction More from this episode: Listen to episode 227: Kelly’s Redemptive VBAC – From Induction & C-Section to Pulling Her Baby onto Her Chest Read the blog: Everything You Need to Know About Being Induced Everything You Need to Know About Being Induced Check out this Induction Workshop Helpful Timestamps: 00:00 Inductions & Unmedicated Birth 02:22 Why Inductions Are Rising 03:56 A Student Induction B…","meta_description":"You spent months preparing for an unmedicated birth - the classes, the breathing, the mindset. 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