Join me and birth trauma specialist Teela Tomassetti as we explore the topic of birth trauma, often called obstetric violence.
In this episode we discuss:
- What birth trauma is and how it can occur
- I share my personal story of birth trauma
- Teela explains the fight, flight, freeze and fawn responses-- which are experienced during trauma
- Ways family and friends can support those who have experienced trauma
- Where you can find support if you have experienced birth trauma
Follow Teela: @theteaonbirthtrauma
Website: theteaonbirthtrauma.com
Resources:
Postpartum Support International
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