Birth Affirmations

In this episode, we chat Tiffany who gave birth as the first lockdown due to Covid occurred in Nova Scotia, early 2020. As the restrictions changed rapidly throughout her experience, we hear about the impacts on her postpartum recovery, her baby's well being and how that has impacted her for months after the experience.  This is part 1! Part 2 will follow next week. 

This is a short 5 minute recording of the Birth Affirmation Deck!  You can purchase your own set at Sawyer and Sunny Boutique or directly from Amber Dawn Holistic Wellness. 

This long overdue episode is with Jasmine MacLellan, mother of 3.  She tells the story of her identical twin girls and the many complications that arose (and went away) and others that followed. From a recommended termination of one to twin to twin transfusion to bedrest to pre-eclampsia to a premature delivery to two healthy babies!  This episode is short, sweet and such a great story! 

This week's episode has a local guest, Nicole, sharing the story of her and her son, Oliver.  This story does deal with loss, grief and mental health struggles. It is powerful, truthful and an absolutely essential conversation. This story has a big impact and I thank Nicole and Oliver for bringing this to light. 

This week's episode is Part 2 of the story of Hayley and Matias. We discuss her postpartum experience and recovery and how that led to her creation of a local business called The V. Coach, supporting folks in their perinatal period with fitness.  You can find Hayley on Instagram @the.v.coach and on Facebook by the same name. 

This episode features Hayley Chapman, owner of the V. Coach and mother to Matias.  Content Warning: Hayley's story includes mention of bleeding during pregnancy, hyperemesis gravidum, and birth trauma/injuries.  Hyperemesis Gravidum is a medical condition during pregnancy that involves severe vomiting and nausea. It may lead to multiple complications (dehydration, weight loss, ketosis). It is often treated with Diclectin (which is essentially an antihistamine and a form of  Vit. B6). Some times the treatment is effective, other times it is not.  If you have experienced birth trauma, please reach out! There are professionals who are trained to walk with you through your healing process. 

Deborah Payge is originally from South Africa and is a very welcome addition to our wee island! She shares her four birth stories and what wild rides they were!  Deborah is a delight for the level of consciousness and compassion she brings to both her births and her parenting and life in general.  We talk birth stories, postpartum mood disorders and the power of surrender.  *Note: In this episode, we both refer to motherhood. We both identify as She/Her and that is our lived experience. In general, when speaking, inclusive language is always the default.* 

This episode is with Andrea Robertsdotter, an incredible badass babe who lives in Ecuador and teaches at a university there. She teaches a Medical Anthropology Course and will, without a doubt, be a part of the shifting culture surrounding pregnancy, birth and women's rights.  She shares her birth stories, discusses the state of maternal health care and the biggest issues facing young women today.  Content Warning:  Discussion of Abortions Discussion of Sexual Violence A very healthy dose of F-bombs

This is the second part of Britney's birthing experiences, the story of Gabe!  The birth of Gabriel was a healing journey for so many reasons and one that I am beyond honoured to have been a part of!  Please join us as we discuss birth, postpartum and Conscious Parenting. 

This week we chat with Britney MacNeil.  She is one of my first doula clients (who I have had the honour of working with twice AND now consider to be one of my best friends).  She is one of the most delightful humans I know, for her genuine and honest way of showing up in the world, her vulnerability to share her struggles and successes and her willingness to really examine the parts of her that are difficult!  This episode is the story of her first pregnancy and delivery and postpartum period.  Next week is Part 2! Gabe's story!  The amount of wisdom, experience and growth that we have experienced together is powerful!