This week I am excited to be speaking with Christie Donn, a Doula and certified lactation counselor serving Southeast Michigan. She is passionate about the birth not only of a baby but of a family and what a sacred time that is. Christie considers herself a birth nerd and also enjoys doing crafts and picking dandelions. As a mother herself, she loves to guide and explore all the different aspects of crafting a memorable and empowered birth experience for her clients.

In this episode we talk about the importance of planning for the postpartum season of life just as much as we plan for our births.

We chat about safe sleep and discuss the 7 rules of safe sleep as well as realistic expectations for sleep with a newborn.

Mental health is a major talking point in our conversation! It is so important for families to all be aware of the red flags and options for care when they see a perinatal mental health struggle begin to surface in themselves or a loved one.

We talk about all this and so much more. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!

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