The Birthing Dads Podcast
Dads talking about their experience of witnessing childbirth. Men have been attending the birth of their children for 50 years yet there isn’t a lot of information about what to expect and what we can do to help! This podcast aims to change the way men approach childbirth through the sharing of birth stories. See also: https://birthingdads.com.au for more details.
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Sunday Apr 30, 2023
Sunday Apr 30, 2023
A candid discussion with one of Australia’s leading Obstetricians, Dr Vijay Roach. We talked about advocacy, the role of the modern father and Vijay’s own experience of fatherhood. Vijay also shares his perspective on post natal depression after supporting his wife through a very difficult time.
Former President, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.
Vijay is an obstetrician and gynaecologist with more than 20 years experience. He consults in general gynaecology with interests in miscarriage, traumatic birth experience, contraception, menopause, infertility, menstrual disturbances, vulval and vaginal disorders and abnormal cervical pathology. He has a particular interest in the importance of integrating psychological and physical health.
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Ready to give yourself a confidence boost ahead of the big day and start your transformation into parenthood? Visit our website and kickstart your journey today with the Birthing Dads program.
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Helpful Resources Antenatalhttps://prepare.org.au/resources/https://www.birthingdads.com.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/readytocope/https://www.sms4dads.com.au
Perinatal Mental Health Support
https://panda.org.au
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au
https://www.cope.org.au
https://forwhenhelpline.org.au
This podcast was recorded edited and produced by Steven Kennedy, Founder of the PREPARE Foundation https://prepare.org.au.
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Dr Howard Chilton (babydoc) is a neonatal paediatrician, Dad, Granddad and author of two books, 'Your cherished baby' and 'Baby on Board'. Howard shares his vast wisdom for expectant and new dads drawing on over 40 years of clinical practice.
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Ready to give yourself a confidence boost ahead of the big day and start your transformation into parenthood? Visit our website and kickstart your journey today with the Birthing Dads program.
Use Code: POD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.birthingdads.com.au/
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Learn morehttps://www.babydoc.com.auhttps://www.babydoc.com.au/boys-will-be-boys/https://www.babydoc.com.au/boys-will-be-boys-2/
Helpful Resources Antenatalhttps://prepare.org.au/resources/https://www.birthingdads.com.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/readytocope/https://www.sms4dads.com.au
Perinatal Mental Health Support
https://panda.org.au
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au
https://www.cope.org.au
https://forwhenhelpline.org.au
This podcast was recorded, edited and produced by Steven Kennedy, Founder of the PREPARE Foundation https://prepare.org.au.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
In this episode, Stuart from Melbourne shares his story of supporting his partner through an emergency Cesarean Section, a decision prompted by a difficult induction process. Stuart talks about the importance of informed choice and advocacy in a hospital setting. He opens up about the whirlwind of emotions he felt as he awaited the birth of his daughter and the time it took for that profound bolt of love to fully hit. He emphasizes the role of mental health care and mindfulness in helping him navigate some of the challenges of parenthood. We also chat about changes in intimacy and gentle parenting.
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Ready to give yourself a confidence boost ahead of the big day and start your transformation into parenthood? Visit our website and kickstart your journey today with the Birthing Dads program.
Use Code: POD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.birthingdads.com.au/
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Book: The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin
Helpful Resources Antenatalhttps://prepare.org.au/resources/https://www.birthingdads.com.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/readytocope/https://www.sms4dads.com.au
Perinatal Mental Health Support
https://panda.org.au
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au
https://www.cope.org.au
https://forwhenhelpline.org.au
This podcast was recorded edited and produced by Steven Kennedy, Founder of the PREPARE Foundation https://prepare.org.au.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
We welcome Matt Ashbolt from Lismore, who shares his journey of supporting pregnancy, birth, and early parenting. Matt opens up about his relationship with his father, recounting the challenges he faced in connecting during his teenage years and how his perception evolved after becoming a parent himself. Matt describes how much he loved witnessing the birth of his son, which unfolded in a hospital setting involving an epidural and episiotomy, following a transfer from a birth center. Matt touches on the lack of birth education regarding the role of fathers, He speaks about feeling well-prepared for the birth itself but unready for the challenges of the early days, especially when their son struggled to settle. He openly reflects on the subtle undercurrents of depression during the initial weeks post-birth, alongside moments of sheer bliss.
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Ready to give yourself a confidence boost ahead of the big day and start your transformation into parenthood? Visit our website and kickstart your journey today with the Birthing Dads program.
Use Code: POD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.birthingdads.com.au/
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Helpful Resources Antenatalhttps://prepare.org.au/resources/https://www.birthingdads.com.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/readytocope/https://www.sms4dads.com.au
Perinatal Mental Health Support
https://panda.org.au
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au
https://www.cope.org.au
https://forwhenhelpline.org.au
This podcast was recorded edited and produced by Steven Kennedy, Founder of the PREPARE Foundation https://prepare.org.au.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
We welcome Matt Lane to share his personal journey into fatherhood. Matt opens up about the birth of his 15-week-old daughter, which involved a forceps delivery after induction.
Matt and his partner opted for a private model of care, entrusting their journey to an obstetrician. During the birth, Matt recounts surreal first moments of skin-to-skin contact with his daughter while his wife underwent surgery for a fourth-degree tear. He shares his insights on how he provided unwavering support to his wife during the birth and the subsequent recovery process. Matt also discusses the importance of "reading the room" during childbirth, a skill that enabled him to be a truly present birth partner.
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Ready to give yourself a confidence boost ahead of the big day and start your transformation into parenthood? Visit our website and kickstart your journey today with the Birthing Dads program.
Use Code: POD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.birthingdads.com.au/
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Helpful Resources Antenatalhttps://prepare.org.au/resources/https://www.birthingdads.com.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/readytocope/https://www.sms4dads.com.au
Perinatal Mental Health Support
https://panda.org.au
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au
https://www.cope.org.au
https://forwhenhelpline.org.au
This podcast was recorded edited and produced by Steven Kennedy, Founder of the PREPARE Foundation https://prepare.org.au.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
In this podcast episode, we're joined by Ian, a father who shares the birth story of his twins, including the challenges they faced when their son was born with a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. Ian recounts the world of uncertainty he faced during his wife's birth and the early weeks of his twin's life in the NICU. He also opens up about supporting his wife through postnatal depression and how critical support from family, friends, and colleagues played a pivotal role in helping them navigate the complexities of twin parenting and inspired their involvement in the Australian Multiple Births Association.
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Ready to give yourself a confidence boost ahead of the big day and start your transformation into parenthood? Visit our website and kickstart your journey today with the Birthing Dads program.
Use Code: POD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.birthingdads.com.au/
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Learn more about the Australian Multiple Births Associationhttps://www.amba.org.au/
Helpful Resources Antenatalhttps://prepare.org.au/resources/https://www.birthingdads.com.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/readytocope/https://www.sms4dads.com.au
Perinatal Mental Health Support
https://panda.org.au
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au
https://www.cope.org.au
https://forwhenhelpline.org.au
This podcast was recorded edited and produced by Steven Kennedy, Founder of the PREPARE Foundation https://prepare.org.au.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
In this episode, we're joined by Matty Scoccio from Brunswick (Melbourne) as he shares his personal experience of becoming a father. Matty reflects on his own childhood and the influence of his relationship with his father, revealing the values and lessons he hopes to pass down to his own children.
Matty discusses the uncertainty of parenthood and how a private obstetrician played a pivotal role in easing their fears. He reflects on the challenges of supporting his wife through Hyperemesis during both pregnancies and marvels at her strength during this time and throughout her 20-hour labor and an unexpected vaginal birth, initially anticipated to be a cesarean due to the baby's position. We chat about the importance of teamwork, communication, and partnership in parenthood. Matty shares how his bond with his sons gradually deepened especially during his period as a stay-at-home dad.
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Ready to give yourself a confidence boost ahead of the big day and start your transformation into parenthood? Visit our website and kickstart your journey today with the Birthing Dads program.
Use Code: POD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.birthingdads.com.au/
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Helpful Resources Antenatalhttps://prepare.org.au/resources/https://www.birthingdads.com.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/readytocope/https://www.sms4dads.com.au
Perinatal Mental Health Support
https://panda.org.au
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au
https://www.cope.org.au
https://forwhenhelpline.org.au
This podcast was recorded edited and produced by Steven Kennedy, Founder of the PREPARE Foundation https://prepare.org.au.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Anthony from Warrandyte (Melbourne) shares the transformative experience of a home birth. Anthony recounts the journey they embarked upon to make the decision to birth in the comfort of their own home, and how this choice proved to be an empowering and life-changing start to parenthood.
Anthony's story extends beyond the birthing room as he opens up about the personal journey he undertook to prepare for fatherhood. He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and growth, highlighting how this process allowed him and his partner to become a strong, united team and the best versions of themselves to start their family.
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Ready to give yourself a confidence boost ahead of the big day and start your transformation into parenthood? Visit our website and kickstart your journey today with the Birthing Dads program.
Use Code: POD for a 10% Discounthttps://www.birthingdads.com.au/
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Helpful Resources Antenatalhttps://prepare.org.au/resources/https://www.birthingdads.com.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/readytocope/https://www.sms4dads.com.au
Perinatal Mental Health Support
https://panda.org.au
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au
https://www.cope.org.au
https://forwhenhelpline.org.au
This podcast was recorded edited and produced by Steven Kennedy, Founder of the PREPARE Foundation https://prepare.org.au.
The Perinatal Relationship Education and Paternal Advocacy, Research and Engagement (PREPARE) Foundation is an Australian registered charity that seeks to improve perinatal outcomes for first time fathers and their families.
We aim to inspire the next generation of fathers to make a greater contribution during pregnancy, at the birth of their child and in the crucial first year of their baby’s life.
We produce multi-media resources that encourage men to actively invest in the relationships they share with their partner while creating awareness of the crucial role their conscious involvement has on the growth and development of their children.
Our social enterprise Birthing Dads provides targeted information and guidance to first time fathers to optimise healthy perinatal outcomes for families everywhere.