Dianne Garland - Let Oxytocin Flow: The Real Benefits of Natural Birth

18/09/2025 52 min Episodio 1
Dianne Garland - Let Oxytocin Flow: The Real Benefits of Natural Birth

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Episode Synopsis

Natural birth isn't about "toughing it out"; it's about working with your body's own design. In this calm, myth-busting session, Dianne explains how undisturbed labour hormones drive progress, comfort and safety—and what parents and partners can do to protect that hormonal flow at home or on a busy ward.
Discover the science behind natural birth and learn practical strategies to support your body's incredible birthing capabilities. Dianne shares evidence-based insights that will empower you to make informed decisions about your birth experience.
We discuss:

How oxytocin, endorphins and adrenaline interact during labour
Simple ways to reduce disturbance (and why it matters)
When "doing less" actually improves outcomes
The hormonal blueprint for physiological birth
Creating optimal conditions for natural labour
Confidence tips for first-timers and VBACs
Understanding your body's natural pain management system
Partner roles in protecting the birth space

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