
About this episode
Ever wondered how childbirth could be compared to the adrenaline-filled buzz of a sports team? Imagine the labor and delivery room as a stadium, where every player, from the expectant parent to their chosen support, takes their position with a clear role and a common goal: a safe and joyous arrival.
Strap in as we introduce the MVPs (parents) of this game: the doula, your strategic coach navigating you through the labor plays; the midwife, akin to an athletic trainer with a watchful eye on your well-being; and the OB, the team owner, overseeing the grand strategy. So, whether you're drafting your birthing lineup or just curious about the parallels between sports and childbirth, this conversation will leave you enlightened, prepared, and ready for the big day.
Go Chiefs!!!
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Show Credits
Host: Angie Rosier
Music: Michael Hicks
Photographer: Toni Walker
Episode Artwork: Nick Greenwood
Producer: Gillian Rosier Frampton
Voiceover: Ryan Parker
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