Episode 5 - Trauma and its impact on pregnancy, birth and beyond ~ Philippa Scott

Welcome to the Doulas Uncensored Podcast! Join hosts Sammy Griffin and Moran Liviani as they embark on this journey of exploration, education, and empowerment.

In this episode, we delve into the topic of trauma and its impact on pregnancy, birth and beyond.

Our guest, Philippa Scott, a mother of four daughters, is a dedicated advocate for better birthing experiences and consumer rights. Her activism was sparked in 2003 after facing challenges with fragmented care and limited information during her first birth. Determined to empower others, she trained as a Doula and founded "Friends of the Birth Centre Townsville" (FBCT) that same year. Serving as president until 2011, she was instrumental in the opening of the three-room Townsville Birth Centre within the Townsville Hospital in 2008.

Philippa has also been actively involved in consumer and citizen boards, created media projects, and facilitated free support groups. She chose homebirth for her last two daughters, and witnessing her granddaughter’s recent home birth further fuelled her commitment to improving birthing experiences.

Through her business Fantastic Futures Philippa supports parents in healing from birth and perinatal trauma, helping them to rewrite the unconscious scripts they pass on. She speaks on the podcast about TRTP (The Richards Trauma Process Therapy)

Philippa’s dedication to improving birthing experiences extends beyond her family. She is driven by a desire to create better outcomes for all, reflecting her unwavering passion and commitment to the cause.

You can find Philippa on Instagram or on her website Fantastic Futures

Philippa references some books in this podcast;

• The Body Keeps the Score (Bessel van der Kolk) 
• Ina May's Guide to Childbirth (Ina May Gaskin)
• Change Your Paradigm, Change Your Life (Bob Proctor)
• Hunter, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us (Michaeleen Doucleff)

 

So, sit back, relax, and let's uncover the untold stories, insights, and wisdom together on Doulas Uncensored.

Sammy Griffin: sammygriffinbirthsupport.com

Moran Liviani: 2life.com.au

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