In this episode of the Building Birth Confidence Podcast, host Katie, a mental health midwife, antenatal teacher, and hypnobirthing instructor, explores how a birth debrief can empower you as you prepare for your next pregnancy. A birth debrief is an opportunity to reflect on your previous birth, helping you process what happened and gain clarity on why certain decisions were made. Katie discusses the emotional and psychological benefits of debriefing, shares tips on how to organise one, and guides you through using this process to inform your next birth plan.
Whether you’re looking for answers, closure, or simply a better understanding of your previous experience, this episode will help you use a debrief as a stepping stone to a more confident and empowered birth.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome and introduction
01:48 – What is a birth debrief? Clarifying what it is and what it’s not
04:30 – The emotional and psychological benefits of having a debrief
06:17 – Practical steps to organise a birth debrief
09:48 – Key questions to ask during a debrief
11:13 – How to use your birth debrief to inform your next birth plan
12:10 – Final thoughts and empowering takeaways
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