9lb 12oz Baby Home Birth — No Cervical Checks, No Stitches, Taylor's AMAZING Birth Story
If you’ve ever wondered what a peaceful, physiological, deeply empowering home birth can look like — especially with a big baby — this episode will become your new obsession.Today, Taylor Ward walks us through her beautiful birth story of her 9 lb 12 oz baby boy born at home… after going 8 days past her due date… with zero cervical checks, no stitches, and the most intuitive, grounded labor mindset you’ve ever heard.If you’re craving real-life encouragement, home birth inspiration, mental preparation tips, and reassurance that your body truly can do this — this one's for you!Here's What You'll Learn in This Episode:2:47 – Life with two under two What daily life looks like with two little ones and the surprising perspective Taylor wants every pregnant mom to hear.5:58 – Her pregnancy journey Energy shifts, wild third-trimester leg cramps, breastfeeding while pregnant, and navigating a dip in milk supply.11:40 – Leg cramps + mental health What finally helped her cramps and how she moved through an unexpected emotional spiral.17:15 – Hospital birth vs. home birth Why she switched birth settings the second time and how her midwives supported every decision.19:47 – Preparing mentally + physically Mindset work, fear release, and the positioning techniques that helped with a late-pregnancy transverse baby.23:42 – Her birth partner’s role How her husband supported her emotionally, physically, and with toddler care so she could rest.29:06 – Saying “no” to induction… again What happened the first time — and why she chose a completely different path at 41+ weeks.31:48 – The Birth Story Waters breaking at night, the birth space, her visualizations, quiet rest periods, and laboring in the birth pool.42:36 – Pushing + meeting baby What pushing positions actually worked and the calm, joyful moment she met her nearly 10 lb baby.48:24 – Immediate postpartum care Why she skipped stitches, skipped cervical checks, and how she settled in after birth.52:54 – The first 24 hours Healing, bonding, resting, and soaking in that dreamy newborn bubble.55:03 – The mental work behind her contractions Her spiritual reflections, relaxation tools, and the techniques (like a birthing comb + counter-pressure) that made all the difference.1:00:53 – Her best advice for moms Her message for every pregnant woman — plus her husband’s powerful encouragement for home birth families.1:05:39 – How birth strengthened their marriage How this shared experience deepened their connection and why her husband loved the birth videos inside the My Essential Birth Course.✨ Don’t forget to FOLLOW the show so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here’s how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show title. Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail:
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