Adam (Teja’s Dad): Home Births, Lotus Birth, Hypnobirthing and Presence in Fatherhood

Adam shares what it was really like welcoming his daughter Teja at home — from the prep leading up to the birth, to those raw first days of fatherhood. With the steady support of Kate (their midwife/doula), Adam and his partner leaned on hypnobirthing techniques to stay calm and present through the whole experience.

They also chose something many people haven’t seen firsthand: a lotus birth. Instead of cutting the cord straight away, they kept the placenta attached until it naturally separated. Adam talks about why that decision mattered to them, how it felt in practice, and the sense of connection it created.

This chat isn’t just about the birth itself — it’s about the mindset shifts, the role of preparation, and what dads actually go through as they step into parenthood. Also, fellas, take it from Adam... leave the garlic out of your pre-birth meal.

We cover:

• The build-up and reality of a natural home birth
• The meaning and process of lotus birth and placenta care
• Hypnobirthing techniques and how they helped on the day
• The role of a doula/midwife in creating calm and safety
• Adam’s reflections on fatherhood, support and staying grounded

Check out Adam and his wife Nat’s beautiful children’s book One Teeny Tiny Seed here.