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The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast
Birth trauma is the dark and sometimes scary side of pregnancy & postpartum that no one wants to talk about. But, we're here to change that! I'm Kayleigh, a licensed therapist and birth trauma survivor, determined to bring birth trauma out of the shadows and into the light. When we talk about birth trauma, we take away its power and leave space for healing. Your birth trauma does not need to “happen for a reason." Birth trauma sucks and it’s okay to admit that. Join us as we navigate what it means to heal from birth trauma. You’ll hear from experts in the field as well as others who have experienced birth trauma. Storytelling and education are keys to raising awareness and better understanding how we heal trauma. We don’t do toxic positivity in this space, but you’ll definitely hear some dark humor. You’ll laugh and you’ll cry, but, most importantly, you’ll learn that you’re not alone and that healing is possible. Birth trauma is bullish*it, but your healing is not.
The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast
Ep. 139: Let's Talk PPCM
On this episode, we welcome Brianna Henderson, the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Let's Talk PPCM and a certified patient family partner, patient advocate, doula, and a bestselling author.
On this episode, you will hear:
- Brianna's journey: from misdiagnosis to advocacy
- understanding postpartum cardiomyopathy
- the impact of family history on health
- navigating healthcare challenges
- the birth of Let's Talk PPCM
- survivor's guilt and advocacy
- empowering moms with knowledge
If you suspect you may be experiencing PPCM, you can request a BNP blood test from your obstetrician or your midwife.
If you are experiencing these symptoms during pregnancy or postpartum, please talk with your doctor to make sure these are not early signs of PPCM:
- rapid heartbeat palpitations
- nagging cough
- heavy chest pains
- excessive swelling specifically of the legs and feet
- excessive fatigue or tiredness during physical activities
- shortness of breath
- increased urination
Resources:
LetsTalkPPCM.org
You can find Brianna and her Let's Talk PPCM community on Instagram:
@letstalkppcm
@letstalkppcm_ceo
Guest Bio:
Brianna Henderson is the Founder and CEO of the Lets TalkPPCM nonprofit organization, a Certified Patient-Family Partner, Patient Advocate, Doula, and Best Selling Author. She is also a loving wife and mother of two children. She was deeply inspired to provide comprehensive prenatal and preventative education after surviving a missed diagnosis during her pregnancy and postpartum season. After recovering from her pregnancy-induced health condition and learning what took her sister's life, Brianna dedicates her time to ensuring that mothers and families are informed during the perinatal year. She fulfills her hearts' mission through professional doula support and
her non-profit organization.
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Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.