EP2. When Birth Doesn’t Go as Planned: Understanding Birth Trauma

Birth trauma is more common than most people realise. Around one in three mothers describe their birth as traumatic, and many go on to experience postpartum PTSD, anxiety, or feelings of failure. In this episode of Notes from Motherhood, Jade shares her personal story of an emergency C-section, explains what birth trauma really is, why it happens when birth doesn’t go as planned, and how it can affect both mothers and families long after leaving the hospital.

You’ll learn the signs of traumatic birth, how expectations vs. reality shape recovery, and what healing can look like—from therapy and birth debriefs, to journaling, support groups, and trauma-informed care. Whether you’re navigating your own recovery or supporting a new mum, this episode offers honest insight, compassion, and practical ways forward.

If you’ve ever wondered “Was my birth experience traumatic?” or searched for support with postpartum trauma, anxiety, or recovery, you’ll find understanding and hope here.

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Your birth story is yours—and it matters.