About this episode

In this episode, Kate Martyn shares essential tips for partners to support their loved ones through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Ok Fella's..If you're listening to this episode, firstly — well done. Your role in birth is massive . You are not just a bystander. You are a core part of this experience, and in labour, she will look to you more than anyone else for safety, reassurance and grounding. In this episode, I'm sharing my top tips for partners on how to truly support your woman through pregnancy, birth and postpartum — in a way that builds connection, confidence and calm. I cover: Why getting educated about birth matters more than you realise (and how it changes everything) The conversations you need to have during pregnancy to understand what she actually wants What labour really looks like — and how to "read the room" Practical, in-the-moment tools: massage, hip squeezes, breath work, tone of voice, eye contact and nervous system regulation What to say (and what not to say) How to advocate for her if plans change Setting up the birth environment and protecting the "birth bubble" Why a doula can support both of you How to look after yourself during a long labour The emotional side of birth for partners — including fear, helplessness and overwhelm Postpartum: your new role as support crew, gatekeeper…

People in this episode

Host: Kate Martyn

Topics covered

• supporting partners during birth
• pregnancy education
• postpartum roles
• emotional aspects of birth
• birth environment
• advocacy in labor

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