Listen "E95: Burnout, Boundaries, and The Birth Worker"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textWe explore burnout and boundaries in birth work with candor and care, from compassion fatigue to practical systems that protect energy and improve outcomes. We share tools for communication, caseload limits, backup plans, debriefing, rest, and reconnecting with joy.• symptoms of burnout in doulas and caregivers• compassion fatigue and emotional load• on-call life, identity and fear of letting clients down• culture of hustle versus balance• communication windows and phone settings• client caps and counting collateral time• backup systems and shift handoffs• planned recovery days and true time off• not inheriting client challenges• debriefing, mentorship and peer support• continuing education as renewed purpose• transition rituals and non-work hobbies• choosing one boundary to start this week• modeling self-care for clients and familyReach out and make a human connection today—text or call a friend, meet for a walk, or lunch. Choose one boundary this week and honor it.Visit our website, here: https://birthlearning.com/Follow us on Facebook at Birth Learning Follow us on Instagram at @birthlearning Show CreditsHost: Angie Rosier Music: Michael Hicks Photographer: Toni WalkerEpisode Artwork: Nick Greenwood Producer: Gillian Rosier FramptonVoiceover: Ryan Parker
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