Men in Birth: Evolution to Politics with Guest, Midwife Mark Harris

Join the Birth-ed Online CourseJoin the BUMP CLUB FREEFollow us on Instagram_____________________________Seeing men in the birth room is a relatively recent occurrence, but something that the vast majority of women have come to expect if they have a male partner. Interestingly, the male hormonal responses to birth can be very different to that of a women. And in this episode we take a look at why that is, and what men can do to make sure they feel calm and confident as they support a women to meet their baby. This week I am chatting to a very special guest, midwife of over 20 years, Mark Harris. Personally, having spent much of the past decade working alongside women, supporting women, and studying the physiology of the female body- this has been an eye opening conversation into what goes on for a man during one of the most transformational moments of his life.  This is an episode to listen to with your partner if you can, or send over once you’ve finished! And even if you’re not pregnant, your understanding of how each others’ minds work is about to increase exponentially! It's practically couples' therapy in a podcast. Please note, we are incredibly inclusive and supportive of ALL birth partners of any gender- whether parents, grandparents, friends, family, doulas or none at all- and are very aware that not all women will go into birth supported by a male (or any) partner. This episode in particular focuses a lot on the specifics of male physiology and the differences that may appear between them and a birthing woman. We look forward to bringing you an episode all about ‘birth partners’ soon! EPISODE NOTES Birthing 4 Blokes coursehttps://birthing4blokes.com/Code FREE for free access Men, Love & BirthBy Mark Harris If Sex was like Birth Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jACKa9YW2YgSupport the Show.