Ep 16// Obstetric Violence and Birth Trauma with Dr. Sarah

Some women walk away from their birth with many feelings but are unable to put words to it or really understand why they are feeling the way they do. Dissatisfied, traumatized, disappointed... these feelings matter. If this is you with your birth or you would like to avoid these feelings then tune into this episode. 

**Trigger alert- Dr. Sarah and I talked about obstetric abuse - physical, sexual and/or verbal abuse; bullying, coercion, purposefully leaving out information, humiliation and/or assault.

We will take a deep dive into Dr. Sarah's story as well as unpack some cultural issues happening that maybe contributing to birth trauma as well as some practical tips to avoid it!

I know this can be a hard topic to start uncovering. It may bring up some feelings. I would love for you to send me a DM to hear your thoughts. I will be happy to listen to your story.

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