Ep. 308: Navigating Pregnancy Anxiety: Powerful Insights and Tools with Dr. Steph Lopez

Ep. 308: Navigating Pregnancy Anxiety: Powerful Insights and Tools with Dr. Steph Lopez

Author: HeHe Stewart December 27, 2024 Duration: 1:12:20
Join HeHe in this insightful episode of The Birth Lounge podcast as she welcomes Dr. Steph Lopez, a former NASA psychologist, to explore the intricacies of pregnancy anxiety, birth preparation, and postpartum mental health. Discover expert tips on managing fears, embracing uncertainty, and building confidence throughout your birthing journey. Learn about the importance of self-acceptance, handling negative self-talk, and breaking generational cycles of trauma. Whether you're preparing for birth or navigating early parenthood, this episode provides valuable strategies to help you feel empowered and informed.   Understanding and Managing Anxiety The Power of Intuition vs. Fear Facing Fears in Pregnancy and Birth The Psychology Behind Failure and Birth Trauma Dealing with Disregulation and Control Embracing Life's Challenges The Power of Acceptance Self-Acceptance vs. Self-Improvement Breaking Cycles and Parenting Navigating Intrusive Thoughts   Guest Bio: Dr. Steph is an I/O Psychologist and Brain Based Coach. She guides women to heal and become more emotionally resilient so that they feel happy, present, at ease, and capable. She previously worked at NASA and is the founder of The BRAVE Method. INSTAGRAM: Connect with HeHe on IG  Connect with HeHe on YouTube.   Connect with Dr. Steph on IG    BIRTH EDUCATION: Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!   Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone!   LINKS MENTIONED: Free class on how to ditch anxiety: www.brave-method.com/anxiety HEHE - $200 off of BRAVE Breathwork, which is designed to recalibrate your nervous system and bring you out of fight or flight  

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.
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