Welcome back to another episode of The Mama Village!

Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to our first international guest, Brittany, all the way from Southern California.

In today’s episode, Brittany shares her empowering journey through pregnancy and her beautiful hospital birth story.

After feeling pressured by her OBGYN about her rapid weight gain that didn’t reflect her overall health, she made the brave decision to switch care providers and hire a private midwife and a doula. Brittany's experience highlights the importance of finding supportive care that truly understands and respects your body and your journey.

Brittany will also take us through a touching moment in her postpartum journey—an intuitive ceremony in her first shower after giving birth, where she expressed gratitude to her incredible body for carrying her baby, giving birth and healing postpartum.

Brittany also opens up about the challenges she faced in the postpartum period, and how she sought help through a postpartum doula, counselling, and lactation support. This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the strength we all possess, the importance of community, and the journey of motherhood. So, let’s dive into Brittany’s inspiring story!

Resources

Books:

1. The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin

2. Hypnobirthing: The Breakthrough to Safer, Easier, More Comfortable Childbirth by Marie Mongan

3. Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn by Penny Simkin

Courses:

1. https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthbox

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Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, and this is not medical advice. Any information discussed in this podcast should not replace the advice of your professional healthcare provider. This podcast is designed for general information only and is not specific to individual needs. Please seek advice from your professional health care provider if you have any concerns regarding your pregnancy, birth or postpartum.