From High Risk to Stepping Into Her Heritage: Jordanna’s Birth Story

From High Risk to Stepping Into Her Heritage: Jordanna’s Birth Story

Author: Indie Birth Association September 2, 2020 Duration: 55:57

Jordanna is a wife to an Aussie and mother to two beautiful children on earth and one in heaven. Entering into her second pregnancy with a high-risk label, Jordanna left the hospital at 30 weeks pregnant, seeking the guidance of wise woman midwives, and under their care, and in her full power, birthed her daughter. She encourages women to educate themselves about birth and pregnancy nutrition as much as possible, to trust their instincts and inner voice, and when it is time for their baby to be birthed, to surrender themselves to the mysterious powerful process that brings life and light into the world.

LINKS & SHOW NOTES
A High-Risk Pregnancy and Birth Story (Amantha’s Story)
Dr. Brewer write up on HELLP
The Brewer Diet
Birthful Podcast – HELLP with Melissa Krawecki
Birth Warrior Podcast submissions link
Birth Warrior Project: 120 Day Doula Training and Transformation
Indie Birth Midwifery School


The Birth Warrior Podcast, brought to you by the Indie Birth Association, moves beyond mainstream narratives to explore the raw, powerful, and deeply personal landscape of autonomous birth. This isn't a how-to guide, but a collection of voices often left out of the conversation. Each episode features firsthand stories from individuals who have navigated pregnancy and childbirth on their own terms, reclaiming intuition and authority in the process. You'll hear candid reflections on the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of this journey, discussions that intersect with holistic health, alternative family structures, and conscious parenting. The podcast delves into the mental and physical fortitude required, connecting the dots between personal autonomy, fitness, and overall family wellness. By centering these authentic narratives, the Birth Warrior Podcast creates a vital space for anyone questioning conventional paradigms, offering not just stories but a sense of community and validation for those exploring paths less traveled in the realm of birth and motherhood.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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