S2 EP: 3 Taylor - Two Births, Hospital Birth, Spontaneous Labour, Nausea, MGP, AROM, Freebirth, 2nd Degree Tear.

In today's episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Taylor, who opens up about her transformative journey through two distinct birth experiences. Taylor's first birth took place in a hospital as part of the Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) Program. However, she candidly shares her feelings of disillusionment with the experience, shedding light on the shame she felt for having these emotions. This pivotal moment became the catalyst for change in Taylor's birth approach, leading her to embark on a Freebirth for her second baby, right in the comfort of her own home.

During our conversation, Taylor fearlessly delves into the issues within the hospital system, exploring the impact of patriarchy on childbirth and the challenges she faced in accessing private midwifery care. She also addresses the limitations of publicly funded homebirth programs, providing valuable insights into the complexities surrounding birth choices.

Links:

• Australia's Mothers and Babies Report
• Freebirth definition
• Birthing outside the system - the motivation behind choice to freebirth or have a homebirth
• Cost of Private Midwife
• The financial impact of offering publicly funded homebirths: A Population-based microsimulation in Queensland, Australia 
• Positive Birth Stories Australia
• Dr Rachel Reed
• Dr Sarah Wickham
• Jane Hardwicke Collings
• Dr Sarah Buckley