In this episode I step you through the tell-tale signs that labour is beginning and more importantly the reason why your midwife or doctor may encourage you to stay at home in the early phases on the birth process. A huge thank you to PowerBirth, my online childbirth preparation course for sponsoring todays episode. Powerbirth is a collection of the knowledge and skills I wish ALL parents had as before embarking on the journey of labour.  The course steps you through the process of labour and birth, helps you understand the role of your key birth hormones, how to work with them and how to work with your body in labour.  We talk about strategies for working with pain and also look at how you can support the process of birth. Students have life-time access to the course from the time of purchase, including to any course updates meaning you can even refresh your memory down the track if you choose to grow your family. To learn more and sign up visit www.powerbirthcourse.com.au Keen to connect? Follow beth on her instagram @birthwithbeth_ or visit www.birthwithbeth.com.au