When Dad Catches the Baby: A Dream Home Birth Story with Dual Care with Malina and Craig Johnson

Some of you may remember Malina from when she and her mom, Char, joined us to share her pregnancy news. We start this episode by replaying that moment, then catch up with Malina and her husband, Craig, on everything that's happened since. Malina and Craig share their journey through a hospital birth, a frightening emergency at sea, loss, and healing, and then the home birth they had been dreaming of. There's a brownie craving, twinkle lights in the birth tub, and a dad who catches his daughter. They also talk about navigating dual care with a supportive doctor and a midwife, handling other people's opinions, the moment Malina chose to dig in, and why the recovery made it all worth it. Content note: this episode includes a medical emergency and a mention of pregnancy loss. Connect With Us Website: https://diahpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingitathome/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diahpodcast Merch: https://doingitathome.dashery.com/ Our Book: https://amzn.to/45Sxyr1 Support DIAH: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KA3QQRRU58VPL Check Out Our Partners: Needed: https://needed.sjv.io/XY3903 - use code DIAH to get 20% off your first, one-time order Splash Blanket: http://splashblanket.com - use code DIAH15 for 15% off your order Dr. Wholeness and Blood Vitality: https://drwholeness.myshopify.com/products/blood-vitality-1?variant=31396528062517 - use the code DIAH15 for 15% off