Listen "Ep 167: Birth Expectations: Bridging the Gap"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textIn today’s episode, Doula Rachael and Dr. Shannon discuss managing expectations as it pertains to birth (and beyond). As a doula and a prenatal chiropractor, we are intimately involved in helping women navigate not only the physical side of birth, but the emotional aspect too. In this episode, they cover:Diving deeper into how you were informed about childbirth.How to prepare for childbirth in a meaningful and effective way.How to navigate the birthing process and the importance of “being the bamboo”.How the gap between our expectations and reality can lead to guilt and shame about our birth and how to reduce the gap.How your worth is not dependent upon how you give birth.Resources mentioned in the episode:Episode 86: Important Things to Consider When Choosing a Care ProviderEpisode 76: Five Benefits of Labor Doula SupportEpisode 66: Prenatal and Postpartum Pelvic Floor TherapyEpisode 46: Role of Chiropractic and Childbirth EducationEpisode 44: You’re Not Alone with Shannon Weist, Perinatal Mental Health CounselorEpisode 33: Building Your Birth Support TeamEpisode 17: All About Birth Doulas with RachaelEpisode 19: All About Prenatal ChiropractSupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: [email protected] Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.
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