Keywords
mindfulness, birth education, non-attachment, prenatal psychology, parenting, birth trauma, holistic health, intelligent birthing, maternal health, emotional well-being
Summary
In part one of this episode of Prepared for Parenthood, Holly Lammer, a registered nurse with more than 25 years of experience in obstetric nursing, shares her insights on mindful birthing and the importance of non-attachment during the birthing process. Holly discusses her journey into birth education and the writing of her new book ( Intelligent Birthing: Ancient Wisdom for a Modern Birthing World), the significance of trusting one's body, and how mindfulness can transform the birth experience. She emphasizes the need for emotional connection with the baby during birth and the healing potential of addressing birth trauma. The conversation also explores the cultural (US) experience of control and how birth can elicit experiences of a positive or negative lack of control.
Takeaways
~ Mindfulness practices may significantly improve the birthing experience.
~ Non-attachment to birth preferences (or plans) can help reduce stress and anxiety.
~ Trusting the body's natural intelligence is crucial during birth, leading for a potential of birth to be a transformative experience rather than a traumatic one.
~ Connecting with the baby during pregnancy and birth helps enhance bonding.
Guest Contact:
Website: intelligentbirthing.com
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Amazon link to book: Intelligent Birthing: Ancient Wisdom for A Modern Birthing World
Host Contact:
Dr. Stephanie Dueger: info@preparedforparenthood.com
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