Episode
Bob's Baby
1:31:42
Published: Mon Jan 23 2023
Description
Bob recounts the unexpected and emotionally taxing circumstances surrounding his new son's birth. Listener discretion advised (pregnancy complications, surgery, hospitals, postpartum panic/anxiety, etc...). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
This episode discusses pregnancy complications such as hospitalization and surgery as well as mental health issues such as anxiety and panic-related problems.
00:00 - 02:31 (02:31)
Summary
This episode discusses pregnancy complications such as hospitalization and surgery as well as mental health issues such as anxiety and panic-related problems. Some listeners may find the content triggering and are advised to skip the episode if needed.
EpisodeBob's Baby
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The hosts introduce the podcast and mention the weather conditions, discuss their high-speed driving and introduce the co-hosts.
02:31 - 04:57 (02:26)
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The hosts introduce the podcast and mention the weather conditions, discuss their high-speed driving and introduce the co-hosts.
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The speaker shares a personal anecdote about a time when someone showed deep concern for their well-being, prompting a discussion on the meaning and expression of worry.
04:57 - 08:03 (03:06)
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The speaker shares a personal anecdote about a time when someone showed deep concern for their well-being, prompting a discussion on the meaning and expression of worry.
EpisodeBob's Baby
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The host shares his experience of how his son was born and the unexpected things that can happen during pregnancy and childbirth.
08:03 - 13:16 (05:13)
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The host shares his experience of how his son was born and the unexpected things that can happen during pregnancy and childbirth. It's not a humorous story like his previous one, but rather an honest insight into what really happens.
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The process of visiting a hospital during pregnancy can be challenging due to wait times and strict protocols.
13:16 - 17:12 (03:56)
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The process of visiting a hospital during pregnancy can be challenging due to wait times and strict protocols.
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The speaker describes the process of giving birth in a hospital, including the security procedures and moving to the recovery room.
17:12 - 20:30 (03:18)
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The speaker describes the process of giving birth in a hospital, including the security procedures and moving to the recovery room.
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There was a case where a person's heart rate went down to the 30s which is alarming and abnormal, even though he was in a non-painful situation, resulting in an adrenaline response.
20:30 - 26:06 (05:36)
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There was a case where a person's heart rate went down to the 30s which is alarming and abnormal, even though he was in a non-painful situation, resulting in an adrenaline response.
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The speaker shares her experience with childbirth and the use of epidurals during labor, including the discomfort and lack of complete pain relief provided by the procedure.
26:06 - 31:02 (04:56)
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The speaker shares her experience with childbirth and the use of epidurals during labor, including the discomfort and lack of complete pain relief provided by the procedure.
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During the process of receiving anesthesia, an anesthesiologist will take a needle and insert a plastic tube, in order to deliver the medicine directly into the patient.
31:02 - 33:56 (02:54)
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During the process of receiving anesthesia, an anesthesiologist will take a needle and insert a plastic tube, in order to deliver the medicine directly into the patient. The process is similar to the process of putting in an IV.
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The process for administering anesthesia and epidurals involves a test dose of drugs and may result in bruising or other complications.
33:56 - 36:59 (03:03)
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The process for administering anesthesia and epidurals involves a test dose of drugs and may result in bruising or other complications.
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The practice of C-sections dates back to ancient times in Africa, pre-dating modern Western surgical techniques, and it was later "discovered" by a European doctor who witnessed it being performed in Africa.
36:59 - 42:13 (05:14)
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The practice of C-sections dates back to ancient times in Africa, pre-dating modern Western surgical techniques, and it was later "discovered" by a European doctor who witnessed it being performed in Africa.
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The speaker recounts a personal experience of going through childbirth and being left alone in the room due to COVID-19 protocols, leading to feelings of worry and eventually intense protectiveness over the mother and baby.
42:13 - 49:26 (07:13)
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The speaker recounts a personal experience of going through childbirth and being left alone in the room due to COVID-19 protocols, leading to feelings of worry and eventually intense protectiveness over the mother and baby.
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The speaker recounts the stress of waiting 20-30 minutes for assistance in an emergency situation, highlighting the feeling of helplessness and fast-paced urgency.
49:27 - 56:36 (07:09)
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The speaker recounts the stress of waiting 20-30 minutes for assistance in an emergency situation, highlighting the feeling of helplessness and fast-paced urgency.
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The speakers share their traumatic childbirth experiences and reflect on the overall lack of care and attention provided during the process, with some comparing it to a cartoonish scene.
56:36 - 1:02:21 (05:45)
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The speakers share their traumatic childbirth experiences and reflect on the overall lack of care and attention provided during the process, with some comparing it to a cartoonish scene.
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The speaker talks about her experience giving birth and being assigned a nurse, which involved racing to claim a room and getting introduced to the new nurse who would be taking care of her.
1:02:22 - 1:09:59 (07:36)
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The speaker talks about her experience giving birth and being assigned a nurse, which involved racing to claim a room and getting introduced to the new nurse who would be taking care of her.
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The experience of postpartum mental health can vary greatly from person to person, and assumptions about how someone is feeling can be harmful.
1:09:59 - 1:15:08 (05:09)
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The experience of postpartum mental health can vary greatly from person to person, and assumptions about how someone is feeling can be harmful. It's important to understand that postpartum depression or anxiety is serious and can be a surreal experience after giving birth via C-section.
EpisodeBob's Baby
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A father describes the traumatic experience of almost losing his wife during childbirth and realizing that the baby's cord was wrapped around his body and neck.
1:15:08 - 1:21:08 (06:00)
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A father describes the traumatic experience of almost losing his wife during childbirth and realizing that the baby's cord was wrapped around his body and neck.
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The host shares a surprising and unexpected baby story with the contestants.
1:21:08 - 1:24:03 (02:55)
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The host shares a surprising and unexpected baby story with the contestants.
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The speaker visualizes security guards in diapers and cigars while listening to a story of hospital security.
1:24:03 - 1:26:44 (02:40)
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The speaker visualizes security guards in diapers and cigars while listening to a story of hospital security. The episode ends with an advertisement for the podcast's YouTube channel.
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The hosts discussed how talking about something vulnerable can help process it, and advised listeners to seek help if needed or not discuss it if they’re not comfortable.
1:26:44 - 1:27:49 (01:05)
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The hosts discussed how talking about something vulnerable can help process it, and advised listeners to seek help if needed or not discuss it if they’re not comfortable. They then end on a lighthearted note, promising a funny episode next week.