Taking the Fear Out of Birth | Rickie Bryner

In today’s episode, we discuss how to take the fear out of birth with Rickie Bryner, Childbirth Educator and Postpartum Doula. We discuss how birthing trends have changed and how we can use new methods to meet changing needs. We also go into the importance of empowering birth videos and discourse, as well as the importance of self-care and communication. Further, we mention that support from others contributes greatly to maintaining a healthy lifestyle in the months following birth.

Who Rickie Bryner Is And How She Got Her Start 0:58
How Trends Have Changed In Birthing 8:34
Where Do Fears Come From?/Support is Key for Coping 23:11
Learning From One Another 34:45
Prioritize Rest After Childbirth in Your Birth Plan 39:58

“A lot of times, postpartum depression peaks at around 3-4 months postpartum. And the moms that have attended my support group that really take care of themselves for the first month or so, those are the moms at 3 or 4 months that are just feeling better, they’re thriving.” 22:44

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