In this episode, I share some of the supplies I used in my freebirth – as well as talk about why they came in handy!
Here is the list I typed up for notes for this episode to save you writing everything down.
I got into more detail and share how to use some of the supplies or why I think they are important to include.
Some of these on the list are not included in this segment – but I have included them 🙂
Enjoy this episode!
Birthing pool (if you want one)
Waterproof torch
Mirror
Drinking safe hose and connector
Pump and attachments
Pool liner
Scoop/mesh for poop
Cushion/ing for under the pool liner if the pool or bath is flat
Thermometer (floating is helpful)
Heating method and back up plan eg large pots on stove or electric kettle
Dried flowers
Other items (not specifically for the birthing pool)
Herbs & tinctures (if you want herbs ) talk about some of the issues – get from herbalist
Puppy pads pack of 10 or 20
Wash clothes (for head, cool or heat
Towels
Mattress or mat for the floor with a waterproof
Waterproof liners for the couch/ bed
Bucket or bowel for vomit
Supportive & helpful (practical and emotional supportive people)
Birthing outfit
Set the room – ambiance
Diffuser
“birthing” ball
Fairy lights
Positive affirmations
Dark – safe space to birth
Camera for photos/ video
Heater/ aircon if needed
Pain management:
Essential oils in rollers or homeopathy
Hot water/ birthing pool or shower
Tens machine
Massage/ hip squeezes
Birthing comb
Massage oil
Snacks and food (for you and any birth partners/attendants)
Drink and straw (like a metal straw) lemonade, coconut water (whatever you like) water
Placenta:
Bowl or ice cream tub for placenta
Large ziplock bag if you intend to freeze the placenta (can freeze in container too)
Something to cut the chord (if you plan on not doing a lotus birth) scissors or candle to burn
Tearing:
manuka honey and seaweed strips (minor tears)
For Baby
Cord clamp/ tie
Towel (warm)
Clothes
Scales to weigh baby
measuring tape
Clothes for baby
Nappies
Wraps
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