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The #1 Mistake First-Time Moms Make in Early Labor - Trying to Make Labor Happen.
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🎙️ Episode Title: The #1 Mistake First-Time Moms Make in Early Labor (And What to Do Instead)
Podcast: Tend and Befriend
Host: Deborah the Doula
Episode Summary:
If you're in the last weeks of pregnancy and wondering “How will I know if it’s really labor?” — this episode is for you. Today on Tend and Befriend, I’m talking about the most common mistake I see first-time moms make in early labor — and how doing the opposite can shift your entire birth experience. (Hint: it’s not about timing contractions.)
We’ll unpack:
🌿 What early labor actually looks and feels like
🌿 Why the 4-1-1 and 5-1-1 rules are often misleading
🌿 How to tune into your body, not just the clock
🌿 The real signs that labor is picking up
🌿 Why rest and nourishment matter more than “progress” early on
You don’t have to earn your labor. You don’t have to make it happen. Let it unfold.
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If you found this episode helpful, share it with a friend who's getting ready for birth — and remember, you've got this. ❤️
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Chapters
1. Welcome and Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Early Labor Signs Explained (00:00:45)
3. The Problem with 4-1-1 Rule (00:01:47)
4. Real Signs of Active Labor (00:03:30)
5. Trust Your Body's Process (00:04:30)
6. Closing and Contact Information (00:05:10)
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