E10 Amanda Rolph: Having Patience, Trusting Your Body, and Letting Go of Control- anxiety over big baby, interventions, hemorrhage, postpartum depression, learning to advocate for yourself

E10 Amanda Rolph: Having Patience, Trusting Your Body, and Letting Go of Control- anxiety over big baby, interventions, hemorrhage, postpartum depression, learning to advocate for yourself

Author: Carly Verdi September 14, 2022 Duration: 35:38
Amanda had a lot of anxiety while pregnant with her first baby. People's comments about how big her baby might be contributed to her anxiety and her need to control things. Amanda's first birth experience was full of interventions and ended traumatically. For her second pregnancy, Amanda knew she had to relax and trust her body to birth her baby. This time, she was able to advocate for herself, to be heard by her midwives, and to experience the calm and peaceful birth she desired the first ...

Carly Verdi hosts Labor Lessons, a space created for mothers and expectant parents who are navigating the profound, often unpredictable journey of childbirth. It stems from a shared feeling many women have-that their first birth experience might not have matched their hopes or expectations. This podcast addresses that directly, offering not just practical knowledge for preparation, but also the vital reassurance that you are not walking this path alone. Each episode is built around a tangible, real-life lesson drawn directly from an actual labor and delivery story. You'll hear those stories in detail, the raw and honest moments that textbooks often leave out. The conversations within this podcast foster a genuine sense of connection, building a community where experiences are shared without judgment. It’s about increasing our collective understanding and personal confidence, whether you're preparing for your first delivery or reflecting on a past one. By focusing on these lived experiences, Labor Lessons serves as both an educational resource and a supportive companion, covering topics that resonate within parenting, family life, and self-improvement. Tune in to find clarity, comfort, and practical wisdom for your own birthing journey.
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Was your first-time birth experience not exactly what you wanted or hoped for? Would you like to make it better for the next time? Or maybe you’d just like to know that you’re not alone on your birthing journey? If so, t…