Power and Communication Postpartum: Surprising Lessons from a Dominatrix Turned Doula

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Raising Mama Podcast

Megan Stander and Chelsea Ledsen

49 episodes

6 days ago

The Raising Mama Podcast helps new and expecting moms cut through the noise to make confident, informed choices in pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. Hosted by best friends Megan and Chelsea—two moms navigating motherhood in real time—we dive into honest convos with experts and everyday parents about sleep, postpartum mental health, relationships, and everything no one warned you about. You’re not alone, Mama. Let’s raise each other up.

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Power and Communication Postpartum: Surprising Lessons from a Dominatrix Turned Doula

Raising Mama Podcast

50 minutes 18 seconds

8 months ago

Power and Communication Postpartum: Surprising Lessons from a Dominatrix Turned Doula

In this conversation, Sabia Wade shares her unique journey from the BDSM world to becoming a doula, emphasizing the importance of consent, communication, and care in both realms. She discusses how her experiences in kink inform her approach to supporting new parents, particularly in navigating the complexities of postpartum life.

Sabia highlights the need for open dialogue about intimacy, boundaries, and individual needs, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of relationships and care work. In this conversation, Sabia, Megan, and Chelsea delve into the complexities of power dynamics in relationships, particularly in the context of caregiving and postpartum experiences. They highlight how BDSM can serve as a framework for open communication and playfulness in partnerships, ultimately advocating for a balance between structure and flexibility in family dynamics.

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