Ep. 317: Transforming Birth Experiences: How Brigid Tebaldi Leveled Up Her Births

In this episode, HeHe is joined by Brigid Tebaldi, a mother of five who shares her transformative journey through multiple childbirths, ranging from traumatic to idyllic experiences. Brigid recounts her pregnancies and labors, highlighting her evolution from hospital births to empowering home births. The discussion covers building resilience in mothers and children through challenging and rewarding tasks, the impact of nutrition and mindset on mental health, and the importance of processing birth trauma. Brigid’s insights aim to help mothers reclaim their power and find joy in their birthing experiences.   00:00 Introduction to Free Birth Class 01:59 Avoid High C-Section Rates and Navigating the System 07:53 Personal Birth Stories Begin 08:25 First Birth Experience 11:42 Second Birth Experience 21:34 Third Birth Experience 22:11 Fourth Birth Experience and Transition to Home Birth 23:36 Fifth Birth Experience and Empowerment 27:14 Discovering Pregnancy and Initial Reactions 29:57 Natural Family Planning Journey 32:59 The Reality of Precipitous Labor 36:47 Navigating Hospital Births and Family Expectations 38:13 Discovering Alternative Birth Options 42:10 Building Resilience Through Childhood Experiences 46:59 Fostering Resilience in Children 51:03 Maintaining Resilience as a Parent 57:44 The Importance of Resilience in Birth Trauma 01:04:52 Mind-Body Connection and Resilience 01:06:49 Conclusion and Contact Information   Guest Bio: Brigid is a Functional Women’s Health Coach and Mentor who helps moms who understand that their bodies are not broken, that they're not falling short in motherhood, how to get rid of those physical ailments that never seem to go away, and that life can be fun, full, and joyful even amongst the chaos. She guides women to see the truth: that their bodies are beautifully made by God, their vocation is holy work, and the birth of their children is only the beginning of the transformation God is calling them to walk in.    Through her signature program, Restored by Grace, she helps women reclaim vibrant, full, and healthy lives—mentally, physically, and spiritually. Her approach blends integrative methods with ancient wisdom about what our bodies truly need to thrive. In the program, you address the roots of past trauma, because these unhealed wounds don’t just affect how you feel—they can show up as physical symptoms like fatigue, pain, hormonal imbalances, and chronic health issues. By healing at the root level, you can finally experience the peace and health you’ve been longing for, restoring your energy, improving your relationships, and creating a healthier, happier life to spend with your family.    She believes that every mom has the power to create a holy, beautiful, and joy-filled life by embracing her God-given design and purpose.    Brigid is a wife, mother of 5, and homesteader in Pennsylvania. She enjoys spending time outside playing with her kids, reading about conspiracy theories, cooking and baking, and listening to all the podcasts she can.    INSTAGRAM: Connect with HeHe on IG  Connect with HeHe on YouTube Connect with Brigid on IG  https://www.loretowellness.com/   BIRTH EDUCATION: Check out the free Avoid a C-Section webinar here to learn evidence based ways avoid a c-section and reduce your risk of tearing in labor. 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!