In this heartfelt conversation, Chelsea sits down with past doula client Payton Matthews to reflect on the birth of her second baby—and her decision to pursue an unmedicated induction. Payton shares what led her to want both a doula and a birth photographer, how she prepared emotionally and physically for labor, and what it felt like to be fully supported throughout the process.
You’ll hear:
How she navigated the unknowns of an induction without pain medication
The moments she remembers most vividly during labor
What her birth photos mean to her now, months later
Her advice to any mama considering hiring a doula or documenting their birth
Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or your fifth, this episode is a beautiful reminder that birth can be both sacred and supported!
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