Ep. 123: Friday Free Talk: Birth Trauma is *NOT* Normal

Ep. 123: Friday Free Talk: Birth Trauma is *NOT* Normal

Author: HeHe Stewart July 31, 2020 Duration: 29:00
It irks me to pieces when someone says, "birth trauma is totally normal." No, it's not. In this episode, I am breaking down exactly why perpetuating the idea that birth trauma is normal is not only very dangerous, but also disregards mental health of new parents. I'm sharing my thoughts on a variety of traumatic birth situations and talking about nature's role in birth. Birth trauma is what you define it and everyone will define it differently. Providers and birth attendants can be traumatized by labor as well.I’m sharing about avoidable birth trauma, birth trauma caused by natural variations in labor (still something went wrong), and how to know they difference. Plus, I share helpful tips to navigating birth trauma and how to begin to move forward. Stop saying birth trauma is normal. You deserve better than that. Hugs to anyone out there who has experienced avoidable birth trauma. XO, HeHe *There is mention of maternal and infant mortality  To join The Birth Lounge click here: www.thebirthlounge.com To learn more about The CONTROL Method click here: www.thebirthlounge.com/youridealbirth

Hosted by birth and newborn expert HeHe Stewart, The Birth Lounge Podcast creates a thoughtful conversation around the many paths through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. This podcast moves beyond simplistic advice to explore the wide spectrum of normal experiences, offering evidence-based insights alongside real stories from parents. HeHe, who founded Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, guides these discussions with a blend of professional knowledge and deep empathy, aiming to demystify the process and empower your choices. Each episode serves as a gathering place-a safe space where clinical expertise meets lived experience, covering topics that span education, family dynamics, physical fitness, holistic health, and parenting young children. You’ll find a supportive resource here, one that acknowledges the variables and nuances of bringing a child into the world and navigating the postpartum chapter. Tune in for honest dialogues that honor different perspectives, providing companionship and reliable information for your own journey. The goal is to leave you feeling more prepared, less alone, and confident in your unique path through parenthood, all within the supportive community of this podcast.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 432

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Podcast Episodes
Ep. 273: Electronic Fetal Monitoring with L&D RN, Caitlyn Schollmeier [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:33
In this episode, HeHe is joined by Caitlyn Schollmeier to discuss electronic fetal monitoring. They cover what electronic fetal monitoring is, why it is used, differences between continuous and intermittent monitoring, a…
Ep. 272: How to Choose the Right Car Seat & Stroller with Jami Reyes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:58
In this episode, HeHe welcomes Jami Reyes, owner of Hip Baby Gear, to discuss essential baby gear. They delve into topics like how to choose car seats and strollers, considerations for different lifestyles, safety tips,…
Ep. 271: How to Potty Train from Birth with Heather Medlin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:40
Heather is a professional architect, entrepreneur, and mother of two three and under. Her passion for sustainability and frustration with traditionally potty training her oldest led her to try Elimination Communication w…
Ep. 270: Maternity leave laws in the US with Attorney Ryan Stygar [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:39
HeHe is joined by a Labor & Employment Lawyer and CEO of Centurion Trial Attorney to discuss maternity leave laws in the United States. Ryan shares what rights pregnant people have, when to share the big news with your b…
Ep. 269: Your Legal Rights in Labor with Marlie Willer, [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:23
HeHe and Birth Injury Lawyer, Marlie, dive deep into how legality intersects with maternity care. Join this conversation to hear about your rights as a patient, what you can and can't say 'no' to in labor and what leavin…
Ep. 268: SOLO CAST: Membrane Sweeps with HeHe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:39
Is a membrane sweep the right move for you? Is it a form of induction? In this episode, HeHe dives into what a membrane sweep is, why you might consider one, the risks & benefits plus what you can expect to feel during a…
Ep. 267: Ultrasounds in Pregnancy with Eyla Cuenca [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:27
Dive into the history of ultrasounds in maternity care, the various types of ultrasounds and how to know if they are right for you! Eyla and HeHe will talk about when you typically get ultrasounds in pregnancy and how to…
Ep. 265: SSRI's in Pregnancy with Alex Hoeft, RN [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:37
SSRI's are commonly prescribed for anxiety and depression, so what happens when you get pregnant? Can you stay on these medications? Should you consider a different prescription or different modality of support? Alex Hoe…
Ep. 264: Postpartum Hemorrhage with Mama Nurse Tina, L&D RN [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:31
You asked and we delivered! In this episode, HeHe and MaMa Nurse Tina bring a human touch to the heavy topic of postpartum hemorrhage. We’re diving into what postpartum hemorrhage is, what increases your risk for experie…