Episode 463: Preparing for Another Birth & What You Might Want to Do Differently This Time

by Jessie & AnitaOct 13, 20260 comments

Episode 463: Preparing for Another Birth & What You Might Want to Do Differently This Time

In today’s episode, Anita is sharing what to think about as you prepare for another birth. She will be addressing earlier aches, pains, and pelvic floor symptoms, feeling more confident going into birth, getting your partner more involved, and planning ahead for your postpartum recovery. You can’t control exactly how this time will unfold, but you can go into it with more tools, more options, and the benefit of knowing what you wish you had known the first time.

Resources and References

Bump to Birth Method Online Course: www.bumptobirthmethod.com
Holistic Health Physio Instagram: @holistichealthphysio

Show Notes

00:18 – What we’re talking about today

01:38 – Looking back at your previous birth(s): What do you wish you had known the first time?

03:22 – Preparing for another pregnancy: It doesn’t have to feel worse this time, it’s not too late to address pain, pelvic floor, and core symptoms

05:22 – Preparing for another birth: Different labour positions, pushing options, and perineal massage

06:56 – Getting your partner involved: What helped, what didn’t, and what they can learn this time

09:18 – Postpartum the second time: You know what to expect, planning ahead for the other kids and pets at home, early movements you can start within the first six weeks

12:12 – Questions to reflect on as you prepare

12:51 – Bump to Birth Method on-demand course