Katya feels intense pressure to induce labor even though her body doesn't feel ready. In this episode midwife, Aleks Evanguelidi joins us to help process Katya's birth journey. Learn about what it means to find meconium in the amniotic fluid and the importance of choosing a birth professional who aligns with your pregnancy and labor goals.
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Katya S. Episode 5
34 hours into labor Katya, on 16 units of Pitocin and experiencing intense back labor, decides to get an epidural as she gets closer to pushing. Midwife Aleksandra Evanguelidi shares some insight into how fetal position can affect labor and birth.
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Katya S. Episode 6
In the final episode of this Real Midwives journey Katya shares her postpartum transition experience and how her baby nurse provided necessary support during the first few weeks after birth. Midwife Aleks provides some tips to promote a relaxed experience for mother and baby during feedings.