Ep 59: The Other Side of Childbirth with Dr. Naha Pandya

Ep 59: The Other Side of Childbirth with Dr. Naha Pandya

Author: Natalee Facey May 4, 2025 Duration: 50:11

Today's interview with Dr. Naha Pandya pulls the curtain away so we can see the huge gaps in both information and care as it relates to the postpartum period. Dr. Pandya, who's the founder of The Recovery Method shares the challenges she faced after childbirth, including postpartum depression. She also shares about her mission to create a comprehensive, interdisciplinary platform to support new mothers. Dr. Pandya emphasizes the importance of building a supportive village for postpartum women and discusses how other countries like France and the UK are leading in postpartum care, offering lessons that could be applied in the U.S.

 

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More About Me:

I am a Resilience Coach, Birth Doula, and Emotional Healing Guide, walking alongside women and femmes like you who've experienced womb-related loss, such as infertility, a pregnancy loss, infant loss, traumatic pregnancy or childbirth, or missed opportunity to become pregnant.

I provide support in releasing grief, shame, guilt and other heavy emotions; in restoring trust in your body; and reconnecting to your sense of wholeness—whether you're working towards your next pregnancy or your personal Rebirth. I've been recognized by the Borough of Brooklyn, New York for supporting families who've experienced pregnancy and infant loss and have the honor of being a confidante, cheerleader, guide, and space-holder for beautiful beings like you across the world.  

I was born on the island of Jamaica, where I credit my love for nature, music, dancing, and belly laughs as medicine! This healing work for me is sacred, a soul-calling...and it truly is a gift to weave and be woven in this incredible tapestry with you. 


Learn more about me and my work at nataleefacey.com. And if you're feeling called, you can find me via the links below. 

 

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Navigating the path toward another pregnancy after a loss or trauma is a deeply personal and often isolating experience. Preparing For Pregnancy After Loss offers a compassionate space for this unique journey, hosted by Natalee Facey. As a mother to two angel babies herself, as well as a Resilience Coach and Birth Doula, Natalee brings both professional insight and profound personal understanding to each conversation. This podcast gently addresses the complex layers-emotional, physical, and mental-that accompany family planning after experiences like infertility, traumatic birth, or infant loss. Episodes weave together practical guidance on health and fitness with essential discussions on inner healing and emotional resilience. You’ll hear honest dialogues, strategies for rebuilding hope, and reflections on transforming grief into a source of strength. It’s more than just an educational resource; it’s about finding a supportive voice that acknowledges the fear and courage that coexist when considering pregnancy again. Through this podcast, Natalee aims to foster a sense of community and grounded preparation, helping you reconnect with your own body and spirit on your own terms.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 68

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Podcast Episodes
Ep 7: Katie's Birth Warrior Journey: From Infertility to Motherhood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:38
We are all inspired by happy endings. After my pregnancy loss I would listen to the stories of women/birthing people with successful subsequent pregnancies as a reminder that this was possible for me too. In this episode…
Ep 6: Healing Shame & Guilt on The Birth Warrior Journey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:08
Shame and guilt are two of the most difficult emotions to overcome after a loss or infertility diagnosis. They hit at such a tender, tender place. And because whatever we feel guilt or shame around, we tend to feel safer…
Ep 5: Do Your Emotions Scare You? Here's Why They Don't Have To [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:22
Jealousy, Sadness, Shame, Anger, Fear, Blame...these are some of the emotions we experience after a loss or infertility diagnosis. They are a natural and often necessary part of our healing journey, and yet we stifle the…
Ep 4: How to Use Triggers to Accelerate Your Healing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:11
Triggers are probably one of the most annoying things you go through after loss or infertility diagnosis. They often sneak up on you and take over your emotions, reminding you of past painful experiences. In this episode…
Ep 3: Your Invisible Wounds & How They're Impacting Your Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:56
After the painful and traumatic experience of a loss or infertility, there are invisible wounds that are often left unattended to. This isn't usually done intentionally, but we don't always have the space, support, or to…
Ep 2: The Story of My First Pregnancy Loss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:47
This is the first time that I publicly share the experience of losing my first pregnancy. I recorded this episode with my dear friend, Sophia (pre-quarantine in NYC), which is symbolic on many levels. For one, she was th…
Ep 1: Welcome to Preparing for Pregnancy After Loss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:40
Welcome to the Preparing for Pregnancy After Loss Podcast! This podcast is for you if you've experienced challenges on your pregnancy journey—a pregnancy or infant loss, infertility diagnosis, or difficult delivery—and h…